Handbook of Japanese Mythology (World Mythology)

В 1-ой главе книги дается представление о связи главных концепций японской мифологии с историческим, социальным, литературным и политическим контекстом культуры японцев, окинавцев и айнов. Во 2-ой главе даются общие описания самих мифов, как синтоистских, так и буддистских. В 3-ей главе дается алфавитный список главных концепций и мифологических персонажей всех трех культур. 4-я глава посвящена аннотированному обзору источников по японской мифологии – печатным и Интернет-ресурсам. Образцы сканов: (http://ipicture.ru/Gallery/Viewfull/11113345.html) (http://ipicture.ru/Gallery/Viewfull/11113386.html) (http://ipicture.ru/Gallery/Viewfull/11113412.html) (http://ipicture.ru/Gallery/Viewfull/11113443.html) An introductory guide to the mythology of Japan—one of the most pervasive yet least understood facets of Japanese culture.Handbook of Japanese Mythology makes it easy to travel this vast yet little-known mythological landscape. The book reveals the origins of Japan's myths in the very different realms of Buddhism, Shinto, and folklore, and explores related mythologies of the Ainu and Okinawan cultures and recent myths arising from Japan's encounters with modernization. It then offers vivid retellings of the central Shinto and Buddhist myths, plus descriptions of major historical figures, icons, rituals, and events.For students or long-time enthusiasts, it is the ideal guide for investigating Japanese reverence for the sun, the imperial family, and the virtues of purity and loyalty. Readers will also learn why sumo wrestlers stomp before each match, how a fussy baby creates thunder, why Japan has a god for soccer, and much more. Handbook of Japanese Mythology......Page 0 Contents......Page 8 Preface......Page 16 1 Introduction......Page 20 2 Mythic Time and Space......Page 94 3 Deities, Themes, and Concepts......Page 128 4 Annotated Print and Nonprint Resources......Page 318 Glossary......Page 330 Appendix: Primary Sources......Page 338 Index......Page 350 About the Author......Page 396 Provides An Introduction To The Mythology Of Japan, Viewing The Myths In Their Social, Historical, And Cultural Context. Mythic Time And Space -- Deities, Themes, And Concepts. Michael Ashkenazi. Includes Bibliographical References And Index.