Japan: The Cycle of Life
ISBN-13: 9784770020888
Author(s): C.W. Nicol
Subjects: AJC
Publisher: Kodansha Europe Head Office
Publisher Imprint: Kodansha USA
Publication Date: 01-04-1997
Format: Hardback
Availability: In stock
£50.00
About the book
Original photographs and insightful commentary introduce Japan's natural beauty and rich cultural heritage. These classic images only hint at the story of the seasons in Japan. Nature is not just admired; it is incorporated into every aspect of life, from festivals and the fine arts to the design of homes and the arrangement of seasonal delicacies at the table. The splendors of the landscape have shaped the ancient culture and ongoing traditions of modern Japan. Here, gathered in one opulent volume, are more than two hundred and fifty full-color photographs carefully culled