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      Tales from Japan

      by Oxford University Press
      Published
      May 2002
      Main Genre
      Fantasy Fantasy
      Pages
      160
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      Full of magic and wonder, these are tales of wicked giants and fairy children, beautiful princesses and fearless warriors. This extraordinary collection of stories from Japan are lively retellings of legends and fairy tales that include the great story of the creation of the world and the tale of a magical coat that makes people invisible. Meet the Sea Spirit, the Moon God, the Emperor Kiyomori, Dragon Princess and many other magical characters. Here, too, are folktales of woodcutters and fisherman who enter strange, enchanted worlds. This delightful mix of stories joyfully evokes the beauty and culture of Japan: its people, its animals, and its landscape. (Reissue of Japanese Tales and Legends, 0-19-274140-3)

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      Age Level

      Kids (12 & Under) Kids: Middle Grade

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      Apr 2002 Oxford University Press (UK) ISBN13 9780192751751 ISBN10 0192751751
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      Apr 2002 Turtleback Books ISBN13 9780613927529 ISBN10 0613927524
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