Описание: The member of a distinguished British literary family, A. B. Mitford traveled widely with his parents as a youth and lived in various European countries. From 1866-70, he served as an attache with the British legation at Edo (Tokyo) -- one of the first foreign diplomats to do so. During his brief stay there, Mitford lived through a period of dramatic and tumultuous change in Japanese history. A feudal nation on his arrival, Japan had entered the era of "Westernization" before he left some three years later. During that time, however, he quickly and thoroughly mastered the Japanese language and acted as an interpreter between the young Japanese Emperor and British royalty. Mitford's famous collection of classic tales (the first to appear in English) covers an engrossing array of subjects: grisly accounts of revenge, knightly exploits, ghost stories, fairy tales, folklore, a fascinating eyewitness account of a hara-kiri ceremony, gripping narratives of vampires and samurai, Buddhist sermons, and the plots of four Noh plays. A treasury, as well, of information on most aspects of Japanese life, with information on locales, customs, and characters, the illustrated volume delights as it entertains, chronicling acts of heroism, devotion, ruthlessness, and chivalry that illuminate the island nation's culture. "One of the first and in many ways still one of the best books on Japan." -- The Japanese Times. "An excellent introduction to Japanese literature." -- Mainichi Daily News.
Автор: Grimm Jacob and Wilhelm Название: Grimm`s Fairy Tales ISBN: 1606600109 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781606600108 Издательство: Dover Рейтинг: Цена: 6205.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: This Calla Edition of fairy tales by the Brothers Grimm is drawn from the mammoth collection first published in 1909 and illustrated by Arthur Rackham. His 40 full-color plates, plus innumerable black-and-white spot elements, get sensitive treatment in a design that retains the best features of the original, including the ornate gilt stamping on the case.
Автор: Stevenson Robert Louis Название: The Body Snatcher and Other Tales ISBN: 048641924X ISBN-13(EAN): 9780486419244 Издательство: Dover Рейтинг: Цена: 310.00 р. Наличие на складе: Нет в наличии.
Описание: From the famed author of such popular adventure stories as Kidnapped and Treasure Island, come these 3 tales of horror and the supernatural. Contents include The Body Snatcher, a tale of grave-robbing; The Bottle Imp, a classic fable of being careful what you wish for; and The Merry Men, a story of Scottish islanders.
Автор: Quiller-Couch Sir Arthur Название: The Sleeping Beauty and Other Fairy Tales ISBN: 1606600192 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781606600191 Издательство: Dover Рейтинг: Цена: 4343.00 р. Наличие на складе: Нет в наличии.
Автор: Perrault Название: The Fairy Tales of Charles Perrault ISBN: 1606600273 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781606600276 Издательство: Dover Рейтинг: Цена: 4343.00 р. Наличие на складе: Нет в наличии.
Описание: In the late 17th century, French author Charles Perrault helped define the fairy tale genre, transforming what had previously been an oral tradition. This magnificent hardcover reproduces his captivating renditions of "Cinderella," "Sleeping Beauty," "Little Red Riding Hood," and ten other childhood favorites. Twenty-four graceful, witty illustrations by Irish artist Harry Clarke include full-color, pen-and-ink, and silhouette images. Introduction by art historian Thomas Bodkin.
Автор: Ransome Arthur Название: The Firebird and Other Russian Fairy Tales ISBN: 0486438937 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780486438931 Издательство: Dover Рейтинг: Цена: 738.00 р. Наличие на складе: Нет в наличии.
Описание: Choice collection of nine classic tales — gathered by British author on his journeys to Russia in the early twentieth century — tells of magical beasts, daring young men, frightful giants, wicked witches, and beguiling creatures of the sea. A delight for fairy tale fans of all ages.
Автор: Potter Beatrix Название: Peter Rabbit and Eleven Other Favorite Tales ISBN: 048627845X ISBN-13(EAN): 9780486278452 Издательство: Dover Цена: 496.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Автор: Douglas George Название: Scottish Fairy and Folk Tales ISBN: 0486411400 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780486411408 Издательство: Dover Рейтинг: Цена: 1607.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Based on a clear and comprehensive literature review, this book contains an analysis of five knowledge locations in Europe and one in South Korea. The case studies in the book cover several European countries (Ireland, Finland, Germany, Spain, The Netherlands). The cases are well grounded in the different contexts that these national settings provide, which allows comparisons between them.
Описание: Ranging from half-page morality tales to hilarious bawdy stories several pages long, these centuries-old narratives offer revealing glimpses into many elements of medieval culture. Witchcraft, magic, Crusaders, astrology, alchemy, pacts with the Devil, chivalry, and trial by torture are here, along with church councils, mercantile life, such famous figures as Abelard, Dante, and Giotto, and much more. Chosen from ten well-known medieval collections (Disciplina clericalis, Dolopathos, Il Novellino, Gesta Romanorum, Il Pecorone, Les cent nouvelles nouvelles, etc.), almost all the pieces included here are hard to find in any language, and only a handful have been translated into English previously. These are stories that influenced many later writers, including Boccaccio, Shakespeare, Cervantes, and Flaubert, among others. Newly translated from Latin, Italian, Spanish, French, and German originals, they are sure to delight today's readers, and to provide fascinating insights for the scholar, student, or historian.
Автор: Rhys Ernest Название: Fairy Gold: A Book of Old English Fairy Tales ISBN: 0486461386 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780486461380 Издательство: Dover Рейтинг: Цена: 1240.00 р. Наличие на складе: Нет в наличии.
Описание: A Book of Old English Fairy Tales.
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