The Truth Behind the Nine‑Tailed Fox

Explore the deeper roots of the nine‑tailed fox with these essential mythology resources. Each book offers a different lens on the legends behind Tamamo‑no‑Mae and other fox spirits across Asia:

📘 The Book of Japanese Folklore
A modern guide to yokai, spirits, and supernatural traditions that shaped Japan’s mythic imagination.
https://bookshop.org/a/115175/9781507221914

📘 Foxes and Fox Lore in Japanese Culture
A foundational academic study tracing the evolution of kitsune belief from ancient rites to courtly literature.
https://bookshop.org/a/115175/9780520403888

📘 Kitsune (Japanese Mythology)
A concise, accessible introduction to the fox spirit’s symbolism, stories, and cultural impact.
https://bookshop.org/a/115175/9781098242343

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