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A review by lafate
Japanese Folktales: Classic Stories from Japan's Enchanted Past by Yei Theodora Ozaki
adventurous
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
4.0
I received a paperback copy of this charming book and read a story it two a day. The author was half Japanese and half English. She published this in 1903. I don't know how much Japanese literature was translated to English at that time, but I'm sure there was interest in tales from exotic lands. I did feel a little Western influence at times, but the tales seemed otherwise authentic.
Some of these are very Samurai inspired, so maybe you want to read them before sharing with young children. Most are fine, but there are a few I would hold back on. As an adult who loves Japanese literature, I enjoyed reading these while adding some more cultural background to my understanding of Japan. I do recommend it if you like folktales, fairy tales, and mythology.
Some of these are very Samurai inspired, so maybe you want to read them before sharing with young children. Most are fine, but there are a few I would hold back on. As an adult who loves Japanese literature, I enjoyed reading these while adding some more cultural background to my understanding of Japan. I do recommend it if you like folktales, fairy tales, and mythology.