Title
Conquering Demons: The 'Kirishitan,' Japan, and the World in Early Modern Japanese Literature (Michigan Monograph Series in Japa,New
Processing time: 1-3 days
US Orders Ships in: 3-5 days
International Orders Ships in: 8-12 days
Return Policy: 15-days return on defective items
Payment Option
Conquering Demons examines the origins and influence of three popular antiKirishitan (antiChristian) works from the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries. These sensational fictional accounts of a near conquest of Japan by a kind of mythical Kirishitan, who used money and magic to gain converts in their attempt to take over Japan, are studied in the context of the publication trends of the time they were produced, as well as of the cultural and political attitudes toward Christianity that prevailed when they were written. The book also analyzes the representations of Japan and the Kirishitan that appear in these texts in the context of contemporary discourses on the world and Japan's place in it. New maps and information brought by the missionaries and traders to Japan reflected a world that looked very different from the traditional Sinocentric one. These antiKirishitan popular narratives meet the challenge of this new world by expelling it and reasserting the conventional threere
⚠️ WARNING (California Proposition 65):
This product may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
For more information, please visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Conquering Demons'? A: The book examines the origins and influence of three anti-Kirishitan works from the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, exploring how these narratives reflect the cultural and political attitudes toward Christianity in Japan during that time.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Conquering Demons'? A: The author is Jan C. Leuchtenberger.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on January 4, 2013.
- Q: How many pages does 'Conquering Demons' have? A: The book contains 252 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of 'Conquering Demons'? A: This edition of 'Conquering Demons' is a paperback.
- Q: Is 'Conquering Demons' a new or used book? A: The book is in new condition.
- Q: What category does 'Conquering Demons' fall under? A: The book is categorized under Japanese literature.
- Q: Does 'Conquering Demons' include maps or illustrations? A: Yes, the book includes new maps and information reflecting the world views of the time.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'Conquering Demons'? A: The book explores themes of cultural representation, the impact of Christianity on Japan, and the narratives that shaped perceptions during the early modern period.
- Q: Can 'Conquering Demons' be useful for academic research? A: Yes, the book provides valuable insights into early modern Japanese literature and the socio-political context of the era, making it a useful resource for academic research.