Myths & Legends of Japan

** "Myths & Legends of Japan" by F. Hadland Davis is a treasury of Japanese folklore, steeped in gods, heroes, and the primal forces that shaped the land. The book commences with the genesis of Heaven and Earth and the birth of the first gods, including the brother-sister pair Izanagi and Izanami, then introduces the reader to the shining sun goddess Ama-terasu, whose story illuminates Japan’s cultural soul. The book recounts dramatic episodes between deities and mortals, acts of valor and cunning, and the constant battle between light and darkness in these wondrous tales. A reader of this book will be transported to a realm where divinity touches every aspect of existence, and the natural world is imbued with spiritual significance. Davis narrates captivating renditions of mythological characters and chronicles Japan's traditions. **