Japanese Look into the Past

Step back in time hundreds of years & discover the noble age when samurai roamed the islands of Japan & the shogun ruled. This masterfully told history, one in the Look into the Past series for young people, reveals the colorful Edo period of Japanese society through the artifacts & documents that have survived. Dramatic photographs of ruins & period artwork create a picture of the great capital city of Edo, offering a glimpse into how the Japanese lived & worked. You'll learn about everyday life as well as festivals, arts & crafts, theater, & more. You'll study religious beliefs, such as the Buddhism & Shintoism the Japanese followed, & examine temples where people worshiped. These stunning pages take you back to the fascinating past of Japan.Doran, Clare is the author of 'Japanese Look into the Past' with ISBN 9780756764883 and ISBN 0756764882.