The Wonderful City Of Tokyo - Edward Greey - Bog

The Wonderful City of Tokyo is a book written by Edward Greey and published in 1882. The book follows the adventures of the Jewett family and their friend Oto Nambo in the city of Tokyo. The story is set in the late 19th century when Japan was opening up to the West and Tokyo was a city of contrasts, with traditional Japanese culture and modern Western influences coexisting side by side.The Jewett family, consisting of Mr. and Mrs. Jewett and their children, Harry and Bessie, arrive in Tokyo as part of a tour of Asia. They are fascinated by the city and its customs, and soon become friends with Oto Nambo, a young Japanese boy who acts as their guide and interpreter.Together, the Jewetts and Oto Nambo explore the city, visiting its temples, shrines, and palaces, as well as its modern shops and restaurants. They also witness a number of cultural events, such as a kabuki performance and a sumo wrestling match.However, their adventures are not without danger, as they encounter a group of bandits who try to rob them, and a typhoon that threatens to destroy the city. Through it all, the Jewetts and Oto Nambo remain steadfast friends, learning from each other and gaining a deeper understanding of each other's cultures.The Wonderful City of Tokyo is a charming and informative book that provides a glimpse into a fascinating time and place in history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Japanese culture and history, as well as for fans of adventure stories.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.