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Temple Treasures Of Japan

Temple Treasures Of Japan

Pier, Garrett Chatfield

Paperback

HistoriographyJapanese History

ISBN10: 141796569X
ISBN13: 9781417965694
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Mar 1 2005
Pages: 412
Weight: 1.33
Height: 0.92 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Temple Treasures of Japan is a comprehensive guidebook that delves into the rich cultural history of Japan's temples and their treasures. Written by Pier Garrett Chatfield, this book is an excellent resource for those interested in Japanese art, history, and religion. The book covers a wide range of topics, from the origins of Buddhism in Japan to the intricate details of temple architecture and decoration. The author provides detailed descriptions and photographs of some of Japan's most famous temples, including the Kiyomizu-dera, Todai-ji, and the Golden Pavilion. Each temple is explored in depth, with information on its history, significance, and notable features. Readers will learn about the various types of Buddha statues found in Japanese temples, as well as the intricate carvings, paintings, and calligraphy that adorn their walls and ceilings. In addition to the temples themselves, Temple Treasures of Japan also covers the various festivals and rituals that take place at these sacred sites. The book provides insight into the role that temples play in Japanese society, both historically and in modern times. Overall, Temple Treasures of Japan is an excellent resource for anyone interested in Japanese culture, art, or religion. With its detailed descriptions, stunning photographs, and comprehensive coverage of Japan's temples, this book is sure to be a valuable addition to any library.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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