Book Review: The Sacred Science of Ancient Japan; Avery Morrow

The Sacred Science of Ancient Japan

Lost Chronicles of the Age of the Gods

Authors:                                Avery Morrow

Design:                                  Virginia Scott Bowman

Publisher:                             Bear & Company          

Type:                                     TPB

Pages:                                    214

Genre:                                   Nonfiction

Published:                            2014

ISBN:                                    978-1-59143-170-1

Source:                                 Independently purchased 

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"The first English translation and examination of secret Japanese writings dating from the paleolithic to classical eras."

The book itself is well produced, and it has some photos, pictures and diagrams scattered throughout. I didn't notice any spelling or grammatical errors.

The book is a good read for those interested in alternate history, or parahistory as the author calls it. It delves into the rediscovered ancient writing from an earlier age, and things can get a little out there. However its a good kind of out there, it really kind of reinforces that old quote;

"History is written by the victors"

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I really don't want to spoil any of the surprises these history's have in stall for the reader. Suffice to say there are magical flying ships and ninjas!

I have to applaud the author for using the correct non-religious terminology when dealing with calender year naming.

BCE is the abbreviation for Before the Common/Current Era. This used to be written as BC.

CE is the abbreviation for Common Era (also Current Era). This used to be written as AD.

*I should note that i would have scored this book higher if i were a little more familiar with Japanese history and language. While the auther does a commendable job in catching the reader up, i still felt a little lost at times. I would add a half star each, if you have a intense interest in Japanese history, if you love alternate history's, if you are fascinated by all things Japanese, or if you have a basic knowledge of Japanese writing.

It was a good read, and very interesting i don't think i am the target reader though.

Avery Morrow has published his research into Asian folk traditions in many academic journals and he has a blog.