Title
The Monkey As Mirror
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This Tripartite Study Of The Monkey Metaphor, The Monkey Performance, And The 'Special Status' People Traces Changes In Japanese Culture From The Eighth Century To The Present. During Early Periods Of Japanese History The Monkey'S Nearness To The Humananimal Boundary Made It A Revered Mediator Or An Animal Deity Closest To Humans. Later It Became A Scapegoat Mocked For Its Vain Efforts To Behave In A Human Fashion. Modern Japanese Have Begun To See A New Meaning In The Monkeya Clown Who Turns Itself Into An Object Of Laughter While Challenging The Basic Assumptions Of Japanese Culture And Society.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Monkey as Mirror'? A: 'The Monkey as Mirror' explores the metaphor of the monkey in Japanese culture, examining its evolution from a revered figure to a subject of mockery.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Monkey as Mirror'? A: The author of 'The Monkey as Mirror' is Emiko Ohnuki-Tierney.
- Q: When was 'The Monkey as Mirror' published? A: 'The Monkey as Mirror' was published on April 1, 1989.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is listed as 'New' and is described as a 'Used Book in Good Condition'.
- Q: What type of binding does 'The Monkey as Mirror' have? A: 'The Monkey as Mirror' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Monkey as Mirror' have? A: 'The Monkey as Mirror' contains 288 pages.
- Q: What category does 'The Monkey as Mirror' fall under? A: 'The Monkey as Mirror' is categorized under 'Humor & Entertainment'.
- Q: What is the significance of the monkey in Japanese culture according to the book? A: The book discusses the monkey's dual role as a mediator between humans and animals and its transformation into a clown figure that challenges cultural norms.
- Q: Is there any specific material mentioned for 'The Monkey as Mirror'? A: No specific material is mentioned for 'The Monkey as Mirror'.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from 'The Monkey as Mirror'? A: Readers can expect to gain insights into the cultural shifts in Japan through the historical and metaphorical role of the monkey.