Post by Lady Kimiko on Sept 14, 2011 11:35:55 GMT -5
Title: Chikubushima – Deploying The Sacred Arts in Momoyama Japan
ISBN: 0-295-98327-2
Year Published: 2004
Language: English
Pages: 350
Periods: The central focus is Momoyama Japan, with some references back into other periods
Subjects: The book is about a sacred island in Japan build during the Momoyama period. On this island there are a variety of sacred art artifacts and holy items as well as an amazing temple. Some subjects in the book – “Pure Land Represented: The Decorative Program of the Interior”, “Hideyoshi and Sacred Construction”, “Religious Institutions in the War-Torn Realm”, “Beyond Koyoto: Chikubushima”, “The Toyokuni Festivals”, and more.
My thoughts: Wow, this book brings to light a really unique element in Japanese history if not the whole world. This island serves as a holy treasure trove. The book provides outstanding documentation for its cited info and insights. There are many full color photos of the holy art works, and even temple maps and layouts of structures. If you are or know a scholar interested in religious history in Japan this book is a must.
ISBN: 0-295-98327-2
Year Published: 2004
Language: English
Pages: 350
Periods: The central focus is Momoyama Japan, with some references back into other periods
Subjects: The book is about a sacred island in Japan build during the Momoyama period. On this island there are a variety of sacred art artifacts and holy items as well as an amazing temple. Some subjects in the book – “Pure Land Represented: The Decorative Program of the Interior”, “Hideyoshi and Sacred Construction”, “Religious Institutions in the War-Torn Realm”, “Beyond Koyoto: Chikubushima”, “The Toyokuni Festivals”, and more.
My thoughts: Wow, this book brings to light a really unique element in Japanese history if not the whole world. This island serves as a holy treasure trove. The book provides outstanding documentation for its cited info and insights. There are many full color photos of the holy art works, and even temple maps and layouts of structures. If you are or know a scholar interested in religious history in Japan this book is a must.