Take a step back in time to the mythical origins of Japan's creation -- told here for the first time in illustrated form. The ancient Kojiki myth traces the beginnings of the Japanese people and the rise of the Japanese islands from their humble origins as a lump of clay to becoming a great nation that would one day take its rightful place among the leading nations of the world. Kazumi Wilds' striking illustrations capture the drama and intensity of a mythic tale where chaos and demons are unleashed and where the darkness is slowly pushed back by the righteous, as good prevails over evil. CONDITION â USED: Books sold are in GOOD or better condition. Good Condition: Minimal damage to the cover, dust jacket may not be included, minimal wear to binding, most of the pages undamaged(e.g., minimal creases or tears), highlighting / underlining acceptable on books as long as the text is readable and markings are not excessive, no missing pages. May be a former library book, with usual treatments(e.g., mylar covers, call stickers, stamps, card pockets, barcodes, or remainder marks). Extra components, such as CDs, DVDs, figurines, or access codes are not included. ISBN: 9780804855389 ISBN10: 0804855382 Contributors: Wilds, Kazumi,