{"product_id":"ainu-folklore-traditions-and-culture-of-the-vanishing-aborigines-of-japan-1949-paperback-1","title":"Ainu Folklore: Traditions and Culture of the Vanishing Aborigines of Japan 1949 - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eCarl Etter\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAinu Folklore: Traditions and Culture of the Vanishing Aborigines of Japan 1949 is a book written by Carl Etter that explores the folklore, traditions, and culture of the Ainu people, who are the aboriginal inhabitants of Japan. The book was originally published in 1949 and provides a comprehensive overview of the Ainu way of life, including their beliefs, customs, and practices. The Ainu people have a rich and unique cultural heritage that has been threatened by the influence of modernization and assimilation into mainstream Japanese society. Etter's book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning more about the Ainu people and their way of life. The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Ainu culture. The first section provides an overview of the Ainu people and their history, while the second section delves into their religious beliefs and practices. The third section of the book explores Ainu folklore, including their myths, legends, and oral traditions. This section provides a fascinating look into the storytelling traditions of the Ainu people and the way in which they have passed down their cultural heritage from generation to generation. The fourth section of the book focuses on Ainu art and craftsmanship, including their traditional clothing, woodcarving, and weaving. The final section of the book provides a detailed look at Ainu music and dance, which are an important part of their cultural heritage. Overall, Ainu Folklore: Traditions and Culture of the Vanishing Aborigines of Japan 1949 is an important and informative book that provides a comprehensive overview of the Ainu people and their culture. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Japanese history, culture, and folklore.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 256\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.63 x 9 x 6.46 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e October 15, 2004\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53096783642848,"sku":"9781417976973","price":46.69,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0811\/5909\/4496\/files\/l09rHB9bIN9781417976973.webp?v=1781679397","url":"https:\/\/improvedinc.myshopify.com\/products\/ainu-folklore-traditions-and-culture-of-the-vanishing-aborigines-of-japan-1949-paperback-1","provider":"Improved Improper Input Inc.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}