Folio Society Japanese Tales

edited and translated by Royall Tyler, illustrated by Yuko Shimizu
“Japanese Tales is translated, edited and introduced by Royall Tyler; his comprehensive essay contextualises the remarkable stories that follow. Novices and experts on Japanese culture alike will be captivated by his overview of everything from architecture and cosmology, to religion and the supernatural. Royall Tyler has carefully collated and translated an eclectic selection of 170 tales from medieval Japan. With an engaging introduction and specially commissioned illustrations by Yuko Shimizu."

• PUBLISHED BY Folio Society, London
• Bound in cloth blocked with a design by the artist.
  
• frontispiece plus 7 colour illustrations, including 4 double-page spreads.
  
• 17 integrated black & white drawings.
  
• Printed endpapers, silver page tops.
  
• Set in Fournier, printed on Abbey Wove paper.
  
• measured by 7 1/4" x 11"
  
• Presented in blue Die-Cut slipcase.
  

CONDITION DESCRIPTION: This copy is in like new and unread condition: clean inside pages, tight bindings, firm hardcover. The set will be a great addition to your family library

SHIPPING / HANDLING: Book(s) will be handled/packed very safely, and shipped via USPS media mail with delivery confirmation.