Child-Life in Japan and Japanese Child Stories by Matilda Chaplin Ayrton
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"Child-Life in Japan and Japanese Child Stories" by Matilda Chaplin Ayrton is a collection of cultural observations and children's tales written in the early 20th century. The work captures the essence of childhood in Japan, exploring the traditions, customs, and playful spirit found in the daily lives of Japanese children through various narratives and illustrations. Ayrton's reflections provide insight into how children engage with their environments, both in play and in the
cultural practices that shape their upbringing. The opening of this work establishes a warm, inviting atmosphere that emphasizes both the joyful experiences of Japanese children and their vibrant cultural context. It introduces the setting with descriptions of children playing in the snow, sporting unique wooden shoes, and enjoying traditional music through bamboo flutes and drums. Ayrton paints a vivid picture of their innocence and imaginative play, setting the stage for the deeper exploration of child life and folklore that unfolds in the following chapters. Overall, the introduction not only highlights the spirited activities of these children but also sets a tone of appreciation for the cultural richness of Japan. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Ayrton, Matilda Chaplin, 1846-1883 |
|---|---|
| Editor | Griffis, William Elliot, 1843-1928 |
| Title | Child-Life in Japan and Japanese Child Stories |
| Credits |
Produced by Meredith Bach, Asad Razzaki and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 72.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia |
| Subject | Japan -- Social life and customs |
| Subject | Fairy tales -- Japan |
| Subject | Children -- Japan |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 28979 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-28979-3 |
| Release Date | May 28, 2009 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1183 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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