The Japanese Culture of Mourning Whales: Whale Graves and Memorial Monuments in Japan

By Mayumi Itoh

Book Overview

Addresses the controversial practice of Japanese whaling

Highlights the cultural and historical value of Japan's whaling culture and memorial rites for whales

Assesses the relevance of this culture to nature conservation and management of sustainable use of natural resources

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9811349282
• ISBN13: 9789811349287
• Release Date: December 2018
• Publisher: Palgrave MacMillan
• Length: 267 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 5.8" x 8.3"