This graphic novel tells the story of Amaterasu, the Japanese Shinto
goddess of the sun. Amaterasu's parents create the first eight islands
of Japan. Amaterasu's father later puts his children in charge of parts
of the natural world. Beautiful and kindly Amaterasu is made the goddess
of the sun. But her brother, Susano, god of the sea and storms, is
jealous of his sister's position. In fear of Susano's temper, Amaterasu
hides in a cave, plunging the world into darkness. The other gods and
goddesses must come up with a clever plan to lure Amaterasu from her
hiding place and restore order to the world.
Another fairy tale splendidly drawn and its a wonderful story as well.
I read the story a while back in the library (a plain book with no pictures) and found it very interesting.
This would be a great gift for kids who love fairy tales, and as they possibly might not have heard it, it would be something new and exciting for them.
Amaterasu Return of the Sun: A Japanese Myth
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