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Paperback. Condition: Good. Monsters, ghosts, fantastic beings, and supernatural phenomena of all sorts haunt the folklore and popular culture of Japan. Drawing on years of research in Japan, this book unpacks the history and cultural context of yokai, tracing their roots, interpreting their meanings, and introducing people who have hunted them through the ages. Kijin, Shinonome (illustrator).…

Paperback. Condition: Good. Monsters, ghosts, fantastic beings, and supernatural phenomena of all sorts haunt the folklore and popular culture of Japan. Drawing on years of research in Japan, this book unpacks the history and cultural context of yokai, tracing their roots, interpreting their meanings, and introducing people who have hunted them through the ages. Kijin, Shinonome (illustrator).…

Condition: very_good. Any images shown are stock photographs. The actual item may differ from the image displayed. Very Good condition. Dust Jacket included, Light signs of handling or shelf wear may be present. Pages are clean and the binding is secure. If you would like to confirm the exact condition of this copy before purchasing, please feel free to contact us for photos. Kijin, Shinonome (illustrator).…

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. First Edition. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting. Kijin, Shinonome (illustrator).

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Paperback. Condition: New. "Think not that dreams appear to the dreamer only at night, the dream of this world of pain appears to us even by day."In this book, famed author Lafcadio Hearn presents 14 fascinating stories-including deathless ghosts and yokai, local folklore and haunted places, as well as Buddhist traditions. This edition includes a new foreword by Michael Dylan Foster which explains the book's importance as a Japanese cultural and literary classic.The Japanese have two kinds of ghosts in their folklore-the spirits of the dead and the spirits of the living. In Ghostly Japan examines both and, in the process, offers a fascinating window into Japan's supernatural and spiritual world.The 14 stories include:"Fragment"-A young pilgrim encounters a mountain of skulls and is shown a terrible truth"Ingwa-banashi"-On her deathbed, a dying wife bequeaths to her young rival a sinister and horrific gift"A Passional Karma"-A spectral beauty transcends death to return for her handsome samurai lover"Story of a Tengu"-A priest saves the life of a Yokai monk and is granted a wish, but the outcome is not as expectedWhile some stories contain spine-tingling imagery, others offer looks into Japan's rich culture and folklore. "Bits of Poetry" offers an engaging study on the nation's fascination with verse, "Japanese Buddhist Proverbs" explains the meaning of several traditional Zen Buddhist sayings and "Incense" examines its use in rituals to summon and banish spirits.Whether you're interested in classic ghost stories, or simply want to enjoy the prose of a legendary writer, In Ghostly Japan affords countless delights.…

Condition: Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Kijin, Shinonome (illustrator). …

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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority. Kijin, Shinonome (illustrator).

Condition: acceptable. Book is considered to be in acceptable condition. The actual cover image may not match the stock photo. Book may have one or more of the following defects: noticeable wear on the cover dust jacket or spine; curved, dog eared or creased page s ; writing or highlighting inside or on the edges; sticker s or other adhesive on cover; CD DVD may not be included; and book may be a former library copy. Kijin, Shinonome (illustrator).…

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Paperback. Condition: New. "Think not that dreams appear to the dreamer only at night, the dream of this world of pain appears to us even by day."In this book, famed author Lafcadio Hearn presents 14 fascinating stories-including deathless ghosts and yokai, local folklore and haunted places, as well as Buddhist traditions. This edition includes a new foreword by Michael Dylan Foster which explains the book's importance as a Japanese cultural and literary classic.The Japanese have two kinds of ghosts in their folklore-the spirits of the dead and the spirits of the living. In Ghostly Japan examines both and, in the process, offers a fascinating window into Japan's supernatural and spiritual world.The 14 stories include:"Fragment"-A young pilgrim encounters a mountain of skulls and is shown a terrible truth"Ingwa-banashi"-On her deathbed, a dying wife bequeaths to her young rival a sinister and horrific gift"A Passional Karma"-A spectral beauty transcends death to return for her handsome samurai lover"Story of a Tengu"-A priest saves the life of a Yokai monk and is granted a wish, but the outcome is not as expectedWhile some stories contain spine-tingling imagery, others offer looks into Japan's rich culture and folklore. "Bits of Poetry" offers an engaging study on the nation's fascination with verse, "Japanese Buddhist Proverbs" explains the meaning of several traditional Zen Buddhist sayings and "Incense" examines its use in rituals to summon and banish spirits.Whether you're interested in classic ghost stories, or simply want to enjoy the prose of a legendary writer, In Ghostly Japan affords countless delights.…

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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority. Kijin, Shinonome (illustrator).

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paperback. Condition: Good. Good paperback, bumped/creased with shelfwear; may have previous owner's name inside. Standard-sized.

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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

paperback. Condition: Good. Good condition paperback. Pages are clean and unmarked. Minor edgewear and corner rubbing. Spine is straight and uncreased. Tulsa's largest used bookstore. Located on South Mingo Road since 1991. No-hassle return policy if not completely satisfied. Kijin, Shinonome (illustrator).…

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. A haunting gathering of classic Japanese tales of monsters and demons, yokai and oni and yurei, that live on in popular manga, anime, J-horror films, and video gamesA Penguin ClassicFlesh-eating oni demons, kappa water sprites, shapeshifting kitsune foxes, vengeful yurei ghosts, and other monsters and magical creatures have long lurked in the shadows of Japanese culture, appearing as divine beings in eighth-century myths, dangerous demons in medieval literature, troublesome tricksters in local legends, and sinister predators in modern fiction. With dozens of stories, including twenty-four that have never been published in English, this volume showcases an incomparable range of the supernatural-from the beautiful ghost that seduces a widowed samurai, to the jorogumo spiders that transform into women to ensnare their human prey, to the sentient reflection that unnerves a night watchman in Haruki Murakami's "The Mirror"-inviting you into a realm of frightening otherness from a rich, thousand-year tradition. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. …

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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Second. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting. Kijin, Shinonome (illustrator).