Sunrise Island: A Story Of Japan And Its Arts
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Foxing on block - does not extend internally. Pages clean and bright. Binding tight. Usual aging.
A richly illustrated cultural journey, Sunrise Island: A Story of Japan and Its Arts presents an engaging and accessible introduction to the history, traditions, and artistic heritage of Japan. Written with warmth and clarity, it chronicles the development of Japanese art forms — from painting and pottery to theater and architecture — weaving them into the broader tapestry of Japanese civilization and daily life. The narrative illustrates how art is not merely decorative in Japanese culture but is deeply intertwined with philosophy, spirituality, and national identity. Alden's approachable tone makes this an ideal volume for younger readers and general audiences alike, offering a vivid portrait of a nation whose aesthetic traditions have captivated the world for centuries.
Author: Carella Alden
Format: Hardback
Published: 1971, Parents' Magazine Press
Genre: Asian history
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Foxing on block - does not extend internally. Pages clean and bright. Binding tight. Usual aging.
A richly illustrated cultural journey, Sunrise Island: A Story of Japan and Its Arts presents an engaging and accessible introduction to the history, traditions, and artistic heritage of Japan. Written with warmth and clarity, it chronicles the development of Japanese art forms — from painting and pottery to theater and architecture — weaving them into the broader tapestry of Japanese civilization and daily life. The narrative illustrates how art is not merely decorative in Japanese culture but is deeply intertwined with philosophy, spirituality, and national identity. Alden's approachable tone makes this an ideal volume for younger readers and general audiences alike, offering a vivid portrait of a nation whose aesthetic traditions have captivated the world for centuries.