Kaibyo — The Supernatural Cats of Japan by Zack Davisson
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Beware the housebound kitty-cat. Japanese lore tells us that if you keep a cat as a pet too long, its tail will split, it will begin walking on its hind legs, and that beloved kitty may just hunt you down. Japanese mythology teems with tales of supernatural cats, which have, in turn, inspired generations of artists.
In this second edition of Kaibyō: The Supernatural Cats of Japan, folklore expert Zack Davisson illuminates the vast realm of kaibyō, or supernatural cats, with historical and modern cultural contexts. Lushly illustrated in full color with dozens of ukiyo-e and drawings, including new artwork by iconic artist Takashi Murakami. A must-have book for the Japanophile and cat-lover alike!
Due to high demand, shipping delays are occurring. Place your order now to save your place in line.
Beware the housebound kitty-cat. Japanese lore tells us that if you keep a cat as a pet too long, its tail will split, it will begin walking on its hind legs, and that beloved kitty may just hunt you down. Japanese mythology teems with tales of supernatural cats, which have, in turn, inspired generations of artists.
In this second edition of Kaibyō: The Supernatural Cats of Japan, folklore expert Zack Davisson illuminates the vast realm of kaibyō, or supernatural cats, with historical and modern cultural contexts. Lushly illustrated in full color with dozens of ukiyo-e and drawings, including new artwork by iconic artist Takashi Murakami. A must-have book for the Japanophile and cat-lover alike!
Due to high demand, shipping delays are occurring. Place your order now to save your place in line.
Beware the housebound kitty-cat. Japanese lore tells us that if you keep a cat as a pet too long, its tail will split, it will begin walking on its hind legs, and that beloved kitty may just hunt you down. Japanese mythology teems with tales of supernatural cats, which have, in turn, inspired generations of artists.
In this second edition of Kaibyō: The Supernatural Cats of Japan, folklore expert Zack Davisson illuminates the vast realm of kaibyō, or supernatural cats, with historical and modern cultural contexts. Lushly illustrated in full color with dozens of ukiyo-e and drawings, including new artwork by iconic artist Takashi Murakami. A must-have book for the Japanophile and cat-lover alike!
“Kaibyō: The Supernatural Cats of Japan is a spooky read perfect for curling up alongside a cat of your own. ”
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Zack Davisson is an award-winning translator, writer, lecturer, and scholar of manga, Japanese folklore, and ghosts. In addition to Kaibyō: The Supernatural Cats of Japan he is the author of Yūrei: The Japanese Ghost, Amabie: Ancient & Modern and Yokai Stories. He is the translator of the multiple Eisner Award-winning Showa 1926-1939: A History of Japan.
