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Romances of Old Japan

by Yei Theodora Ozaki

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Eleven traditional Japanese tales retold in English, including the tragedy of Kesa Gozen, the loyal Sugawara drama, a painted lady who steps out of her picture, a girl who returns from the grave and a temple haunted by a badger. Many come from the plays and storytelling of old Japan, full of samurai honour and devoted love.

Graceful retellings by the translator of Japanese Fairy Tales, ideal for lovers of Japanese legend. Download the free EPUB.

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