Each myth is illustrated by a different artist, making it easy to read without getting bored. Unfamiliar words and customs are explained for each story. You can understand the stories by reading them alongside the knowledge pages, such as "What is Misogi?", "The World's Sun God," and "Comparison of Kojiki, Nihon Shoki, and Fudoki." A list of the gods that appear and a family tree are compiled at the end of the book. This is a like-new item, used only to look up a few places after purchase. No spread marks. Price includes shipping. The Definitive Edition: Miyoko Matsutani's Japanese Myths for Nurturing the Heart Miyoko Matsutani Japanese Myths Kodansha ISBN: 978-4-09-148724-2 Thank you for looking.