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Temple Treasures Of Japan

Temple Treasures Of Japan

Pier, Garrett Chatfield

Hardcover

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ISBN10: 1494180154
ISBN13: 9781494180157
Publisher: Literary Licensing Llc
Published: Mar 29 2014
Pages: 412
Weight: 1.58
Height: 0.94 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Temple Treasures of Japan is a comprehensive guidebook that explores the rich cultural heritage of Japan's temples. Written by Pier, Garrett Chatfield, an expert in Japanese art and culture, the book takes readers on a journey through the country's most significant temples, highlighting the unique treasures that can be found within their walls.The book is organized geographically, covering temples from all over Japan, including Tokyo, Kyoto, Nara, and Kamakura. Each temple is accompanied by a detailed description of its history, architecture, and significance, as well as a guide to the treasures that can be found there.The treasures themselves are a diverse collection of art and artifacts, ranging from ancient statues and paintings to intricate calligraphy and ceramics. Each treasure is accompanied by a full-color photograph and a detailed explanation of its cultural and historical significance.In addition to its comprehensive coverage of Japan's temples and their treasures, the book also includes practical information for travelers, including maps, transportation options, and tips for visiting each temple.Overall, Temple Treasures of Japan is an essential guidebook for anyone interested in Japanese culture, art, and history, providing a fascinating glimpse into the country's rich cultural heritage.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1914 Edition.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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