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The Kojiki

Written by: Basil Hall Chamberlain
Narrated by: Blaise Adams
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Basil Hall Chamberlain (1850-1935) was a professor of Japanese at Tokyo Imperial University. This is his translation of the Kojiki (Records of Ancient Matters), which was compiled in AD 712 by Ō no Yasumaro at the request of Empress Genmei. One of the two primary sources of the Japanese national religion of Shinto, The Kojiki is a collection of myths, early legends, songs, genealogies, oral traditions, and semi-historical accounts. Starting with a creation story, the narrative shifts from mythology to historical legends and concludes with a chronology of the early Imperial line. It includes supernatural episodes and tales of romance, passion, and murder.

Public Domain (P)2018 Museum Audiobooks Other Religions, Practices & Sacred Texts Spirituality World
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I hate that Chamberlain’s version is supposed to be this gold standard yet he doesn’t even give the actual names of any of the gods. The consequent confusion, coupled with the flat delivery, creates unbearable monotony.

Disappointing.

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