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Traditional Japanese Arts And Culture: An Illustrated Sourcebook
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This Admirable And Necessary Volume Allows The Original Writers To Speak To Us Directly. Though All This Is Carefully Documented, We Are At The Same Time Spared Any Layers Of Scholarly Interpretation. Rather, The Richness Of The Original Reaches Us Complete. Donald Richie, Japan Times, May 14, 2006Japanese Artists, Musicians, Actors, And Authors Have Written Much Over The Centuries About The Creation, Meaning, And Appreciation Of Various Arts. Most Of These Works, However, Are Scattered Among Countless Hardtofind Sources Or Make Only A Fleeting Appearance In Books Devoted To Other Subjects. Compiled In This Volume Is A Wealth Of Original Material On Japanese Arts And Culture From The Prehistoric Era To The Meiji Restoration (1867). These Carefully Selected Sources, Including Many Translated Here For The First Time, Are Placed In Their Historical Context And Outfitted With Brief Commentaries, Allowing The Reader To Make Connections To Larger Concepts And Values Found In Japanese Culture.The Book Is A Treasure Trove Of Material On The Visual And Literary Arts, But It Contains As Well Primary Texts On Topics Not Easily Classified In Western Categories, Such As The Martial And Culinary Arts, The Art Of Tea, And Flower Arranging. More Than 60 Color And Black And White Illustrations Enrich The Collection And Provide Further Insights Into Japanese Artistic And Cultural Values.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Traditional Japanese Arts and Culture: An Illustrated Sourcebook'? A: This book compiles original writings from Japanese artists, musicians, actors, and authors about the creation and appreciation of various arts, spanning from the prehistoric era to the Meiji Restoration.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Traditional Japanese Arts and Culture: An Illustrated Sourcebook' is Stephen Addiss.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 272 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners interested in Japanese culture? A: Yes, the book provides accessible original texts and commentary, making it suitable for beginners as well as scholars interested in Japanese arts and culture.
- Q: What type of illustrations are included in the book? A: The book features more than 60 color and black and white illustrations that enhance the understanding of Japanese artistic and cultural values.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as 'New' and is described as a 'Used Book in Good Condition'.
- Q: When was the book published? A: The book was published on January 31, 2006.
- Q: Does the book include translated works? A: Yes, many of the sources included in the book are translated for the first time, providing valuable insights into Japanese culture.
- Q: What genres does this book cover? A: The book covers a variety of genres related to Japanese arts, including visual and literary arts, martial arts, culinary arts, tea art, and flower arranging.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.