Guardian Of the Sea

University of Hawaii Press, 2007-08-31. First Edition. Paperback. Like New. As new. Softbound 8vo. A remarkable book about shoreline statues of Jizo, a Buddhist figure dedicated to protection and enlightenment. Erected by issei, first-generation Japanese-Americans, Jizo statues served as guardians of ulua fishermen casting in remote and dangerous waters. 192pp. Index, ref. B/w photos. 1st ed. ** >… Read more about this item

University of Hawaii Press, 2007. Paperback. Good. Disclaimer:A copy that has been read, but remains in clean condition. All pages are intact, and the cover is intact. The spine may show signs of wear. Pages can include limited notes and highlighting, and the copy can include previous owner inscriptions. At ThriftBooks, our motto is: Read More, Spend… Read more about this item

Latitude Twenty Book, 2007. Paperback. New. illustrated edition. 192 pages. 9.50x6.25x0.25 inches.

Paperback / softback. New. In coastal areas, fishermen and swimmers also look to Jizo, one of the Buddhist deities in Japan for protection. In response to numerous drownings, Jizo statues were erected near dangerous fishing and swimming sites. This book tells the story of a group of men who raised these statues as a service to their communities.

paperback. Good. Access codes and supplements are not guaranteed with used items. May be an ex-library book.