Tales of old Japan
About this book
Compiled by a British diplomat and published in 1871, "Tales of Old Japan" is an anthology of short stories that makes earlier centuries of Japanese life vibrantly immediate to the contemporary reader. They focus on various facets of everyday existence in ancient Japan, from numerous rituals, like hara-kiri and marriage, to sermons and fairy tales indicative of desirable traits and warnings needed in that time. From tales of samurai revenge to the plots of Noh theatre plays, "Tales of Old Japan" was regarded as an authoritative text on Japanese culture and literature and greatly influenced Western perceptions of Japanese history and society for many years. Today, this compilation is still valuable for its accessibility and absorbingly entertaining view of ancient Japan.
Reader Profile
3.8/5 · 16 readers · 383 pages · ≈ 7 h 06 m · Challenging
How long does it take to read Tales of old Japan?
About ≈ 7 h 06 m — 383 pages, assuming roughly 250 words per page at 225 words per minute.
How many pages is Tales of old Japan?
383 pages in its most-read edition.
What genre is Tales of old Japan?
It sits on the Fairy Tales, Fiction shelves.
Is Tales of old Japan in the public domain?
Yes — it is free to read and share.
Who wrote Tales of old Japan?
A. B. Mitford (1837–1916).
Where can I read Tales of old Japan online for free?
It is in the public domain — read it free on Open Library. Open Library