Ye Thompson, Silvanus P. (Silvanus Phillips) 1851-1916 creator text utu 2019 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Ye Magick Mirrour of Old Japan" by Silvanus P. Thompson is a scholarly discourse and exploration of the significance of mirrors in Japanese culture, likely written in the late 19th century. The work investigates the mystical properties attributed to Japanese mirrors, particularly their ability to reflect intricate patterns, and delves into associated historical, cultural, and mythical narratives. At the start of the text, Thompson presents mirrors as highly revered objects in old Japan, elaborating on their symbolic importance in Shinto temples and imperial regalia. He highlights how mirrors played a role in rituals, offerings, and myths, particularly emphasizing the legend of the sun goddess Amaterasu and her enchanted mirror. The opening portion sets the foundation for a detailed exploration of the unique craftsmanship of Japanese metal mirrors and their optical phenomenon, invoking a sense of fascination with these historical artifacts. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2019-04-08 Produced by Chris Curnow, David E. Brown, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) Original publication data not identified Magic mirrors -- Japan QC NK Original publication data not identified 15002360 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/59230 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/59230 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134350.0 59230