The Japanese myths : a guide to gods, heroes and spirits /
Joshua Frydman.
- 224 pages : illustrations, maps ; 20 cm
Includes bibliographical references (pages 216-219) and index.
Introduction -- 1. What are the Japanese Myths? -- 2. Age of the Gods -- 3. The Imperial Mythos -- 4. Living Kami and Divine Humans -- 5. Canon Foreigners -- 6. A World Flush with Spirits -- 7. Invention and Rediscovery.
An illustrated guide to the fantastic world of Japanese myths: retelling the stories and exploring how Japanese mythology has changed over time, as new gods, heroes, and spirits have entered the canon.