Martin, Rafe, 1946-

Mysterious tales of Japan / [expanded, developed, and reinterpreted by] Rafe Martin ; illustrated by Tatsuro Kiuchi. - New York : G.P. Putnam's Sons, c1996. - 74 p. : col. ill. ; 25 cm.

Translation of folk tales of Japan.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 74).

Urashima Tarō -- Green willow -- Ho-Ichi the earless -- The snow woman -- Kogi -- The crane maiden -- The pine of Akoya -- Snake husband ; Frog friend -- The boy who drew cats -- Black hair.

School Library Journal starred Notable/Best Books (A.L.A.) Horn Book Starred

Presents a collection of traditional Japanese tales, which unfold in strange situations and end in eerie conclusions, that mirror the realities of our own lives.

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