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The Yotsuya Kwaidan
Paperback
ISBN13: 9781023050036
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 28 2025
Pages: 222
Weight: 0.70
Height: 0.47 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Delve into the chilling world of Japanese folklore with The Yotsuya Kwaidan or O'Iwa Inari, the first volume of Tales of the Tokugawa, meticulously presented for a new generation. These ghost stories, collected and translated by James S. De Benneville, explore themes of revenge and horror in feudal Japan.
Within these pages, discover classic short stories steeped in the rich traditions of Japanese storytelling. These tales, resonant with the spirit of samurai and the supernatural, offer a glimpse into a world where spirits and mortals clash. The Yotsuya Kwaidan, a seminal work of Japanese horror, exemplifies the enduring power of these narratives. Experience the haunting beauty and terrifying depths of these timeless tales from Japan's past. Perfect for readers interested in folklore, ghost stories, and the darker side of Japanese culture.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.
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