The Fisher-Boy Urashima by Basil Hall Chamberlain and Eitaku
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About this eBook
| Translator | Chamberlain, Basil Hall, 1850-1935 |
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| Illustrator | Eitaku, 1843-1890 |
| Title | The Fisher-Boy Urashima |
| Note | Reading ease score: 87.5 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Fisher-Boy Urashima" by Basil Hall Chamberlain and Eitaku is a Japanese fairy tale written in the late 19th century. This enchanting story centers around themes of kindness, adventure, and the consequences of one's actions, exploring the traditional values of Japanese culture through the tale of a young fisherman named Urashima. The narrative follows Urashima, a compassionate fisherman who saves a tortoise, only to be rewarded with a magical journey to the Dragon Palace beneath the sea, where he marries the Sea-God's daughter. They share three years of bliss, but Urashima's desire to return home reveals a cruel twist of fate: though only a few years have passed in the Dragon Palace, centuries have gone by in the human world. Upon discovering the truth and disobeying a crucial warning by opening a mysterious box, Urashima ages rapidly and dies, illustrating the moral that ignorance and disobedience can lead to tragic endings. The story blends elements of fantasy with deep moral lessons, making it a compelling read for those interested in classic folklore. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Fairy tales |
| Subject | Folklore -- Japan |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 30024 |
| Release Date | Sep 18, 2009 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 5, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 74 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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