Macmillan Collector's Library Classic Stories from Japan - Hardcover | 336 Pages | English

Discover twenty-eight enchanting tales from Japanese folklore, each infused with a magical twist. This collection, part of the Macmillan Collector’s Library, brings together stories of meddlesome creatures, fortune tellers, malevolent spirits, and mysterious paintings.

Explore narratives of eternal life, love that transcends centuries, and unexpected time-slips, such as the tale of 'Urashima Taro,' where a young fisherman lives undersea for centuries. Encounter spirits in stories like 'The Laughing Dumpling,' where an elderly woman outwits a demon, and delve into famous tales like 'The Marvellous Tea Kettle' and 'The Bamboo Cutter and the Moon Child,' the latter inspiring Studio Ghibli's 'Princess Kaguya.' These stories highlight the delicate boundary between the magical and the everyday.

The Macmillan Collector’s Library offers a series of stunning pocket-sized classics, making these beautiful books perfect gifts or a treat for any book lover.

• Collection of 28 Japanese folklore tales with magical elements.
• Features stories of mythical creatures, spirits, and supernatural events.
• Includes famous tales like 'The Marvellous Tea Kettle' and 'The Bamboo Cutter and the Moon Child.'
• Part of the Macmillan Collector’s Library series of pocket-sized classics.

• Brand: Macmillan Collector's Library
• Binding: Hardcover
• Language: English
• Page Count: 336 pages
• Dimensions: 10.29 x 1.78 x 15.62 cm
• Weight: 145 g
• Reading Age: 18 years and up
• Release Date: September 17, 2026
• ISBN-10: 1035076284
• ISBN-13: 978-1035076284

This collection is an ideal choice for readers who appreciate folklore, mythology, and beautifully presented classic literature.