Compiled from oral tradition in the early eighth century, The Kojiki (‘Records of Ancient Matters’) represents the first written record in Japan and is considered a sacred text of the Shinto religion. An important source book for ceremonies, customs, divination and magical practices, The Kojiki includes myths, legends and historical accounts of the Imperial Court from the earliest days of its creation to the reign of Empress Suiko in 628. Delphi’s Eastern Treasures Series provides eReaders with rare and precious texts of Middle-Eastern and Asian literature, featuring prominent works of history, fiction, religion and philosophy, complemented with the original texts. This eBook presents the complete Kojiki, with illustrations, informative introductions and the usual Delphi bonus material. (Version 1)

* Beautifully illustrated with images relating to ‘The Kojiki’

* Features the complete extant text of ‘The Kojiki’, in both English translation and the original Chinese

* Concise introduction to the text

* Excellent formatting of the texts

* Features Basil Hall Chamberlain’s seminal translation

* Includes Chamberlain’s original footnotes, fully hyperlinked

* Easily locate the sections you want to read with individual contents tables

* Features a bonus Resources section, including F. Brinkley’s scholarly study — discover Japan’s rich and vibrant history

CONTENTS:

The Translation

The Kojiki - Ancient Japanese Chronicles

The Original Text

Contents of the Chinese Text

The Resources

Introduction to ‘The Kojiki’ (1882) by Basil Hall Chamberlain

A History of the Japanese People (1912) by F. Brinkley