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The Kojiki : An Account of Ancient Matters - Gustav Heldt

The Kojiki

An Account of Ancient Matters

By: Gustav Heldt (Translator), no Yasumaro ?

eBook | 9 September 2014 | Edition Number 1

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Written in the early eighth century, the Kojiki is considered Japan’s first literary and historical work. A compilation of myths, legends, songs, and genealogies, it recounts the birth of Japan’s islands, reflecting the origins of Japanese civilization and future Shinto practice. The Kojiki provides insight into the lifestyle, religious beliefs, politics, and history of early Japan, and for centuries has shaped the nation’s view of its past. This innovative rendition conveys the rich appeal of the Kojiki to a general readership by translating the names of characters to clarify their contribution to the narrative while also translating place names to give a vivid sense of the landscape the characters inhabit, as well as an understanding of where such places are today. Gustav Heldt’s expert organization reflects the text’s original sentence structure and repetitive rhythms, enhancing the reader’s appreciation for its sophisticated style of storytelling.
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The Kojiki has a lot to interest those with a strong passion for Japanese literature an essential read if you have more than a superficial interest in the culture.
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Non-FictionLiterature, Poetry & PlaysHistory & Criticism of LiteratureHistoryRegional & National HistoryAsian HistoryPlaysAnthologies (non-poetry)PoetryReligion & BeliefsReligionSociety & Culture
Popular Beliefs & Controversial KnowledgeFolklore Studies / Study of Myth (Mythology)Other Non-Christian ReligionsOriental ReligionsShintoism

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