Japanese Fairy World / Stories from the Wonder-Lore of Japan

Name: Japanese Fairy World / Stories from the Wonder-Lore of Japan
Author: William Elliot Griffis

By William Elliot Griffis

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This collection gathers thirty-four short tales drawn from traditional Japanese wonder-lore, retelling origin myths, animal fables, household legends, and supernatural adventures. Narratives range from gentle moral and comic sketches to heroic episodes and cosmological stories, populated by spirits, trickster animals, sea‑and mountain‑divinities, ogres, and transformed humans. Selections emphasize artistic imagery and folkloric charm rather than violence or eroticism, and are accompanied by explanatory prefatory notes and illustrations intended for young and general readers.

About the Author

William Elliot Griffis

William Elliot Griffis was an American author and educator known for his contributions to children's literature and cultural studies. He wrote extensively on various topics, including fairy tales from different cultures, as seen in his notable works such as "Japanese Fairy World" and "Korean Fairy Tales." Griffis also explored historical themes in his writings, exemplified by books like "Corea: The Hermit Nation" and "Matthew Calbraith Perry: A Typical American Naval Officer." His diverse body of work reflects a deep interest in both folklore and the historical narratives of nations, making him a significant figure in the literary heritage of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.