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Chushingura and the Floating World: The Representation of "Kanadehon Chushingura" in Ukiyo-e Prints
Hardback
Main Details
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Chushingura and the Floating World: The Representation of "Kanadehon Chushingura" in Ukiyo-e Prints
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| Authors and Contributors |
By (author) David Bell
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| Series | Japan Library |
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| Physical Properties |
| Format:Hardback | | Pages:178 | | Dimensions(mm): Height 234,Width 156 |
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| Category/Genre | Oriental art
Prints and printmaking
Literary studies - plays and playwrights |
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| ISBN/Barcode |
9781903350003
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| Classifications | Dewey:769.952 |
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| Audience | | Undergraduate | | Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly | | Professional & Vocational | |
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| Illustrations |
black & white illustrations
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Publishing Details |
| Publisher |
Taylor & Francis Ltd
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| Imprint |
RoutledgeCurzon
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| Publication Date |
10 August 2001 |
| Publication Country |
United Kingdom
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Description
Kanadehon Chushingura has been one of the most popular bunraku and kabuki plays. This fascinating study explores the full spectrum of ukiyo-e (floating world) representations of the Chushingura story. Essential reading for all students of Japanese theatre, the history of Japanese art and the social history of Japan.
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