Yoda, Hiroko
Japanese Ghost Stories (Ghost Stories)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781804175927
- author:
- Yoda, Hiroko
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Flame Tree Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 256
- Dimensions:
- 19.7 x 13 x 1.6 centimetres (0.1
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Fairy Tales, Folk Tales, Legends & Mythology, Fiction & Literature,
- Condition:
- New
- supplier_id:
- 9
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Japanese Ghost Stories brings together fantastic tales of vengeful spirits, mountain-dwelling phantoms, and other supernatural entities from Japan's rich cultural heritage. This collection features stories such as Yuki-Onna, Hoichi the Earless, and The Ghost of O-Kiku, among others. The Edo period saw a surge in popularity for these ghost stories, which were often depicted in famous woodblocks known as ukiyo-e. These tales have been passed down through generations, offering a glimpse into Japan's ancient custom of sharing stories about the supernatural. This collection is part of Flame Tree 451's range of books exploring the supernatural and horror genres.
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