Ainu Folklore: Traditions and Culture of the Vanishing Aborigines of Japan is a book written by Carl Etter in 1949. The book is a comprehensive study of the Ainu people, who are the indigenous people of Japan. The Ainu people have a rich culture and history, but their way of life is rapidly disappearing due to modernization and assimilation into Japanese society. The book covers various aspects of Ainu folklore, including their creation myths, religious beliefs, and traditional tales. It also explores their way of life, including their hunting and fishing practices, their social structure, and their relationship with the natural world. The book provides a detailed look into the Ainu language, which is a critically endangered language that is only spoken by a few hundred people today. The author, Carl Etter, was an American anthropologist who spent several years living among the Ainu people. He provides an insider's perspective on their culture and traditions, and his work is considered a valuable resource for anyone interested in the Ainu people and their way of life. Overall, Ainu Folklore: Traditions and Culture of the Vanishing Aborigines of Japan is a fascinating and informative book that sheds light on the rich cultural heritage of the Ainu people. It is a must-read for anyone interested in anthropology, folklore, or Japanese culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.