Moon, Snow, Blossom: Wintry Folk Tales from Across Japan
By: Erica Hesketh, Laura Sampson
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Winter in Japan. A season of sudden snow and biting wind, whispering volcanoes and sun-tipped forests, of warrior monks and restless ghosts. A season to gather and delight in the ancient tales – to wash away the old year and usher in the new.
Moon, Snow, Blossom is full of wintry folklore that offers a glimpse into the shimmer and shiver of story traditions from across Japan. From wondrous creation myths to mischievous mountain spirits and eerie fox fires, from frost bitten tales of the deep north to stories of foolhardy fishermen off the southern coast, join two friends on a journey through deep drifts of Japanese heritage and culture.
Moon, Snow, Blossom weaves together story, poem, legend and lore to delight and surprise. It is the perfect winter read or Christmas gift book for anyone who loves myth, folk tales or all things Japanese.
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‘Moon Snow Blossom tells the old stories with dedication and a wry smile. A beautiful addition to any bookshelf.’
- Rowan Hisayo Buchanan, author of Harmless Like You -
‘Elegantly written with beautiful illustrations, Hesketh and Sampson’s compelling collection offers a fresh take on traditional Japanese folktales. Each of these atmospheric stories could be accommodated within the time of a typical commute or a short break, providing some magic and wonder to the reader’s day.’
- Emily Midorikawa, author of A Tiny Speck of Black and then Nothing -
‘Moon Snow Blossom tells the old stories with dedication and a wry smile. A beautiful addition to any bookshelf.’
- Rowan Hisayo Buchanan, author of Harmless Like You