Kibyoshi jusshu

<p>Kibyoshi jusshu is a collection of <i>kibyoshi</i> yellow-backed novels a popular genre of Japanese illustrated fiction from the Edo period. This compilation showcases the works of Santo Kyoden (1761-1816) a prominent author and artist of the time alongside Takekasa Hifumi. Kibyoshi were known for their satirical and humorous content often featuring social commentary and playful narratives accompanied by woodblock illustrations.</p> <p>Published in 1913 this collection offers modern readers a glimpse into the vibrant literary culture of Edo-period Japan. The stories and illustrations provide insights into the social customs beliefs and entertainment preferences of the era making it a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts of Japanese history and literature. Explore the wit and artistry of Kibyoshi jusshu a window into Japan's past.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore you will see the original copyright references library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world) and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America and possibly other nations. Within the United States you may freely copy and distribute this work as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact this work may contain missing or blurred pages poor pictures errant marks etc. Scholars believe and we concur that this work is important enough to be preserved reproduced and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>