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The Kojiki: An Account of Ancient Matters (Translations from the Asian Classics),Used
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Japan's oldest surviving narrative, the eighthcentury Kojiki, chronicles the mythical origins of its islands and their ruling dynasty through a diverse array of genealogies, tales, and songs that have helped to shape the modern nation's views of its ancient past. Gustav Heldt's engaging new translation of this revered classic aims to make the Kojiki accessible to contemporary readers while staying true to the distinctively dramatic and evocative appeal of the original's language. It conveys the rhythms that structure the Kojiki's animated style of storytelling and translates the names of its many people and places to clarify their significance within the narrative. An introduction, glossaries, maps, and bibliographies offer a wealth of additional information about Japan's earliest extant record of its history, literature, and religion.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the Kojiki about? A: The Kojiki is Japan's oldest surviving narrative, chronicling the mythical origins of its islands and ruling dynasty through genealogies, tales, and songs.
- Q: Who is the author of the Kojiki? A: The Kojiki was authored by Ō, no Yasumaro.
- Q: What is the significance of the Kojiki in Japanese literature? A: The Kojiki is significant as it shapes modern Japan's views of its ancient past and is a foundational text for understanding Japanese history, literature, and religion.
- Q: What are the features of this translation of the Kojiki? A: Gustav Heldt's translation aims to make the text accessible while preserving the original's dramatic language, and includes an introduction, glossaries, maps, and bibliographies.
- Q: How many pages does the Kojiki have? A: The Kojiki has 279 pages.
- Q: When was this edition of the Kojiki published? A: This edition of the Kojiki was published on September 9, 2014.
- Q: Is the Kojiki available in different formats? A: This specific edition of the Kojiki is available in paperback format.
- Q: What age group is the Kojiki suitable for? A: The Kojiki is suitable for readers interested in Japanese culture, history, and literature, making it appropriate for adults and older teens.
- Q: Does this edition include illustrations? A: Yes, this edition of the Kojiki is illustrated.
- Q: What can I expect from the writing style of the Kojiki? A: The writing style of the Kojiki is animated and rhythmic, reflecting the distinct storytelling tradition of ancient Japan.