The Dragon in China and Japan

The Dragon in China and Japan is a book written by M.W. de Visser that explores the cultural significance of the dragon in both Chinese and Japanese mythology. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the various depictions of the dragon in these two cultures, examining its role in religion, folklore, and art. The author delves into the historical context of the dragon's emergence in both China and Japan, tracing its evolution over time and across different regions. The book also explores the symbolic meanings associated with the dragon, including its connection to power, wisdom, and good fortune. Through a detailed analysis of various dragon-related texts, artworks, and artifacts, the author highlights the ways in which the dragon has shaped the cultural identity of these two nations. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and mythology of China and Japan, as well as for those interested in the cultural significance of mythical creatures.1913. In the First Book of this volume, the most interesting quotation concerning the dragon in China are systematically arranged, selected from the enormous number of passages on this divine animal found in Chinese literature from the remotest ages down to modern times. In order to give the original conceptions the author did not quote the numerous poems on the dragon, because the latter, although based upon those conceptions, enlarged them in their own poetical way. The Second Book treats of the dragon in Japan, considered in the light of the facts given by the Introduction and Book I.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.