Golden Chopsticks and other Japanese Children's Songs Scarce, woodblock printed book by Mrs. Maude Madden
[Japan] Lovely, woodblock printed book of Japanese children's songs. Maude W. Madden (1867-1948) first came to Japan in 1895 with her husband and mentions in the introduction that her own children were learning such songs from Japanese playmates and wondered what the lyrics meant. Hence she wrote this book that contains 31 songs, including Kimigayo, Japan's national anthem, along with a page of notes at the end. Pleasingly, Madden also listed in English all those involved in the publication of the book. The designer was Mr. Tamejiro Watanabe, the artist was Mr. Tatsusaburo Watanabe, the engraver was Mr. Kenzaburo Konno and the book was printed by the Sendai Printing Company. This is only the second copy of this book we have seen. Inscribed. 'Compliments of translator' (probably Madden) and then a faint name that is hard to make out.
Sendai. Takeda Manjiro. 1904.
30pp. 23.3 x 16.6cm.
In good condition. Covers a bit worn and marked. Internally very good with only minor wear and a few minor marks. b35021336
