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Shinto Shrines: A Guide to the Sacred Sites of Japan’s Ancient Religion by Josep
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Item specifics
- Condition
- Binding
- Paperback
- Book Condition
- Like New
- Date Published
- 2012
- Pages
- 328
- Printing Year
- 2012
- Publication Date
- 2012-11-30
- Publication Name
- shinto-shrines-a-guide-to-the-sacred-sites-of-japan-s-ancient-rel
- Publishing Language
- en
- Title
- Shinto Shrines: A Guide to the Sacred Sites of Japan’s Ancient Re
- Weight
- 2
- Year Printed
- 2012
- ISBN
- 9780824837136
About this product
Product Identifiers
Publisher
University of Hawaii Press
ISBN-10
0824837134
ISBN-13
9780824837136
eBay Product ID (ePID)
117098171
Product Key Features
Book Title
Shinto Shrines : a Guide to the Sacred Sites of Japan's Ancient Religion
Number of Pages
328 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2012
Topic
Asia / Japan, Buildings / Religious, Shintoism
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Travel, Religion, Architecture, History
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
0.7 in
Item Weight
16 Oz
Item Length
7.3 in
Item Width
5.2 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
2012-014967
Reviews
Booksellers would not be wrong for putting Shinto Shrines in their "Travel" section. It looks and feels very much like a Lonely Planet-style guidebook - one that covers, in considerable detail, 57 prominent jinja (shrines) located all over Japan. Like a Lonely Planet book, Shinto Shrines is packed with full-colour photographs and the entries for each shrine all feature a table of useful information. What makes Shinto Shrines stand out from Lonely Planet, and in fact many other books on Shinto, is the attention given to details about the shrines - there's information here that you just won't find elsewhere . . . Shinto Shrines transcends being a mere travel guide and is in fact a solid resource for more serious students of the Shinto religion and its shrines. Friendly, detailed and clearly written with a lot of love, Shinto Shrines is a reference book for a new generation of Japanologists and other enthusiasts of Japan and Shinto., coupled with the excellent introduction to Shinto (with some really helpful illustrations) at the beginning, means that Shinto Shrines transcends being a mere travel guide and is in fact a solid resource for more serious students of the Shinto religion and its shrines. Friendly, detailed and clearly written with a lot of love, Shinto Shrines is a reference book for a new generation of Japanologists and other enthusiasts of Japan and Shinto - those who are not content with simple armchair research, and want to go out there and experience Shinto for themselves., The authors' enthusiasm is infectious and the depth of their knowledge, and obvious love and respect for the subject, is evident on every page. Thoroughly researched, well written and cleverly illustrated, the book should be a must-read for anyone wishing to delve into this most fascinating aspect of Japanese culture.
Dewey Edition
23
Dewey Decimal
299.5/61350952
Synopsis
Of Japan's two great religious traditions, Shinto is far less known and understood in the West. Although there are a number of books that explain the religion and its philosophy, this work is the first in English to focus on sites where Shinto has been practiced since the dawn of Japanese history. In an extensive introductory section, authors Joseph Cali and John Dougill delve into the fascinating aspects of Shinto, clarifying its relationship with Buddhism as well as its customs, symbolism, and pilgrimage routes. This is followed by a fully illustrated guide to 57 major Shinto shrines throughout Japan, many of which have been designated World Heritage Sites or National Treasures. In each comprehensive entry, the authors highlight important spiritual and physical features of the individual shrines (architecture, design, and art), associated festivals, and enshrined gods. They note the prayers offered and, for travelers, the best times to visit. With over 125 color photographs and 50 detailed illustrations of archetypical Shinto objects and shrines, this volume will enthrall not only those interested in religion but also armchair travelers and visitors to Japan alike. Whether you are planning to visit the actual sites or take a virtual journey, this guide is the perfect companion. Visit Joseph Cali's Shinto Shrines of Japan: The Blog Guide: http://shintoshrinesofjapanblogguide.blogspot.jp/. Visit John Dougill's Green Shinto, "dedicated to the promotion of an open, international and environmental Shinto": http://www.greenshinto.com/wp/., Of Japan's two great religious traditions, Shinto is far less known and understood in the West. Although there are a number of books that explain the religion and its philosophy, this work is the first in English to focus on sites where Shinto has been practiced since the dawn of Japanese history. In an extensive introductory section, authors Joseph Cali and John Dougill delve into the fascinating aspects of Shinto, clarifying its relationship with Buddhism as well as its customs, symbolism, and pilgrimage routes. This is followed by a fully illustrated guide to 57 major Shinto shrines throughout Japan, many of which have been designated World Heritage Sites or National Treasures. In each comprehensive entry, the authors highlight important spiritual and physical features of the individual shrines (architecture, design, and art), associated festivals, and enshrined gods. They note the prayers offered and, for travelers, the best times to visit. With over 125 color photographs and 50 detailed illustrations of archetypical Shinto objects and shrines, this volume will enthrall not only those interested in religion but also armchair travelers and visitors to Japan alike. Whether you are planning to visit the actual sites or take a virtual journey, this guide is the perfect companion. Visit Joseph Cali's Shinto Shrines of Japan: The Blog Guide: http: //shintoshrinesofjapanblogguide.blogspot.jp/. Visit John Dougill's Green Shinto, "dedicated to the promotion of an open, international and environmental Shinto" http: //www.greenshinto.com/wp/.
LC Classification Number
BL2225.A1C35 2013
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- e***b (1436)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseVery nice book. I am already enjoying reading it. Thank you for fast and safe shipping, too.
- o***e (1648)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseFast and friendly service, highly recommended, would do business again. A+
- 4***r (194)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseFast shipping, packed with care, item as described, easy transaction. Thank you!