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(P/B) EVERYDAY LIFE IN TRADITIONAL JAPAN
Everyday Life in Traditional Japan paints a vivid portrait of Tokugawa Japan, a time when contact with the outside world was deliberately avoided and the daily life of the different classes consolidated the traditions that shaped modern Japan. With detailed descriptions and over 100 illustrations, authentic samurai, farmers, craftsmen, merchants, courtiers, priests, entertainers and outcasts come to life in this magnificently illustrated portrait of a colorful society. Most works of Japanese history fail to provide enough details about the...
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(H/B) THE ORIGINAL I CHING
First among the ancient classics, the I Ching or Book of Changes is one of the world's most influential books, comparable to the Bible, the Koran, and the Upanishads. The I Ching's purpose is universal: to provide good counsel to its users in making decisions during times of change. Since its origins about 3,000 years ago, it has become a compendium of wisdom used by people of many cultures and eras. This groundbreaking new translation by Dr. Margaret Pearson is based on the text created during the first centuries of the Zhou Dynasty, stud...
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(P/B) KWAIDAN
This collection of Japanese supernatural stories is a classic work in the field of Japanese horror. Known primarily as an early interpreter of Japanese culture and customs, the famous writer Lafcadio Hearn also wrote ghost stories-"delicate, transparent, ghostly sketches"-about his adopted land. Many of the stories found in Kwaidan, "stories and studies of strange things," are based on Japanese tales of long ago told to him by his wife; others possibly have a Chinese origin. All have been re-colored and reshaped by Hearn's inimitable hand....
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(P/B) BUSHIDO
This classic introduction to the chivalric code of honor of the samurai will appeal to a broad range of readers interested in Japanese philosophy, military history, and the samurai era. Inazo Nitobe, a Japanese philosopher writing in eloquent English, outlines the origins of bushido, or the way of the samurai, and shows how the code permeates traditional Japanese culture. Nitobe's extensive research results in an eclectic and far-reaching book. He delved into Buddhism, Shintoism, and Confucianism while seeking similarities and contrasts b...
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(P/B) THE KOJIKI
Written by imperial command in the eighth century, The Kojiki is the oldest surviving Japanese book. This compendium of early Japanese life provides a panorama of Japan during its formation. (From the publisher)...
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(H/B) TRASH ORIGAMI
The origami models are presented for the reader who may have little or no previous folding experience, but experienced folders will also be intrigued by the novel nature of the folds and the unusual material involved. (From the publisher)...
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(P/B) ORIGAMI FOR BEGINNERS
Origami is an ideal craft for children since paperfolding develops dexterity and creativity. Origami is also a craft based on a few fundamental techniques, so Origami for Beginners is a useful starting point for origami fans of all ages and abilities. There is something for everyone in Origami for Beginners. Over forty, easy-to-make objects will appeal to a wide-ranging audience. There are jumping mice and adorable kittens as well as beautiful Christmas ornaments and gift boxes. This is the perfect book for anyone who enjoys creating wit...
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THE COMPLETE ORIGAMI KIT
Includes 2 books with instructions for 30 origami projects, 96 sheets of folding paper, plus 2 sheets of gold metallic paper....
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ORIGAMI FANTASTIC CREATURES
From world renowned origami artist Michael G. LaFosse comes a unique collection of projects sure to enchant people of all ages. Unicorns, Dragons, Gargoyles, and Ghosts represent just a few of the 25 mythical creatures featured in this kit. (From the publisher)...
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ROMANCE OF THE THREE KINGDOMS (VOLUME 1)
In 220 CE, the 400-year-old rule of the mighty Han dynasty came to an end and three kingdoms contested for control of China. Liu Pei, legitimate heir to the Han throne, elects to fight for his birthright and enlists the aid of his sworn brothers, the impulsive giant Chang Fei and the invincible knight Kuan Yu. The brave band faces a formidable array of enemies, foremost among them the treacherous and bloodthirsty Ts'ao Ts'ao. The bold struggle of the three heroes seems doomed until the reclusive wizard Chuko Liang offers his counsel, and t...
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ROMANCE OF THE THREE KINGDOMS (VOLUME 2)
In 220 CE, the 400-year-old rule of the mighty Han dynasty came to an end and three kingdoms contested for control of China. Liu Pei, legitimate heir to the Han throne, elects to fight for his birthright and enlists the aid of his sworn brothers, the impulsive giant Chang Fei and the invincible knight Kuan Yu. The brave band faces a formidable array of enemies, foremost among them the treacherous and bloodthirsty Ts'ao Ts'ao. The bold struggle of the three heroes seems doomed until the reclusive wizard Chuko Liang offers his counsel, and t...
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(KIT) FOLDING PAPER FOR ORIGAMI
Origami is a popular pasttime for people of all ages and skill levels, and provides fun for everyone. Now its possible to have an endless supply of origami paper on hand! This paper is 7 inches square - the perfect size for more experienced folders, or for creating small-size, simple projects. An intricate, advanced-level origami project on small-sized paper is the trademark of an outstanding folder! (From the publisher)...
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(P/B) ORIGAMI

ORIGAMI FLOWERS

(P/B) EAT LIKE A DINOSAUR
Don't be fooled by the ever-increasing volume of processed gluten-free goodies on your grocery store shelf! In a world of mass manufactured food products, getting back to basics and cooking real food with and for your children is the most important thing you can do for your family's health and well-being. It can be overwhelming when thinking about where to begin, but with tasty kid-approved recipes, lunch boxes and projects that will steer your child toward meats, vegetables, fruits, nuts and healthy fats, Eat Like a Dinosaur will help you...
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(P/B) EVERYDAY PALEO
Do you want to lose weight, regain your health, and achieve a level of fitness you never thought possible? Are you interested in eating the foods that our bodies are intended to eat, but have no clue where to begin? You may already be a Paleo diet enthusiast; but are you struggling to feed your family the same foods that fuel you? In Everyday Paleo, Sarah Fragoso gives detailed instructions for acquiring a Paleo lifestyle and improving the health and longevity of your family. An active mother of three, Fragoso shows that eating Paleo is no...
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(H/B) ENTICE WITH SPICE
Entice with Spice shows Indian food enthusiasts how to prepare delicious meals at home without spending hours in the kitchen. A first generation Indian-American, author Shubhra Ramineni has developed a no-fuss cooking style that re-creates authentic Indian flavors using easy techniques and fresh and readily available ingredients. The Indian food lover will find nearly 100 recipesfrom samosa to naan and mouthwatering curriesfor easy-to-make versions of popular dishes from both the North and South of India. Throughout this practical book Shu...
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(P/B) JAPANESE DEATH POEMS
Although the consciousness of death is in most cultures very much a part of life, this is perhaps nowhere more true than in Japan, where the approach of death has given rise to a centuries-old tradition of writing jisei, or the death poem. Such a poem is often written in the very last moments of the poet’s life. (. . .) (ΑΠΟ ΤΗΝ ΠΑΡΟΥΣΙΑΣΗ ΣΤΟ ΟΠΙΣΘΟΦΥΛΛΟ ΤΟΥ ΒΙΒΛΙΟΥ)...
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(H/B) TRADITIONAL JAPANESE ARCHITECTURE
Thick thatched roofs and rough mud plaster walls. Intricate carved wood transoms and precisely woven tatami mats - each element of traditional Japanese architecture tells a story. In Traditional Japanese Architecture, author Mira Locher explores how each of these stories encompasses the particular development, construction, function and symbolism inherent in historic architectural elements. From roofs, walls and floors to door pulls and kettle hangers, Traditional Japanese Architecture situates these elements firmly within the natural envi...
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(P/B) MODERN JAPANESE STORIES