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Algernon Bertram Freeman-Mitford

    This author, often publishing under the name A.B. Mitford, has made a name for himself through his literary works. His writings are characterized by a distinctive style and a profound exploration of the themes he delves into. Readers appreciate his ability to craft complex characters and engaging narratives. His unique authorial voice has left an indelible mark on literature.

    Myth, Legend and Folklore: Tales of Old Japan
    • Tales of Old Japan was the first collection of Japanese popular stories to appear in English and is a classic among writings from Japan. Mitford's work covers the genres of ghost story, fairy tale, folklore and tales of the samurai. Here you will find mysterious No Plays, a fascinating eye-witness account of a hara-kiri ceremony by candlelight and tales of vampires and other creatures of superstition - magic cats, foxes and badgers. Included too are the tale of the cat who bites to death a concubine and transforms itself into a witch-simulacrum of her and the most celebrated story, The Ghost of Sakura.

      Myth, Legend and Folklore: Tales of Old Japan1971
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