Glimpses of Unfamiliar Japan: First Series (eBook)

Capturing the Essence of Meiji Japan: A Literary Voyage into Japanese Culture and Folklore

Lafcadio Hearn (Autor)

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2019
307 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
405-766464625-5 (EAN)

Infos

In Lafcadio Hearn's 'Glimpses of Unfamiliar Japan: First Series', readers are transported to the mesmerizing world of late 19th-century Japan. Through a collection of essays, Hearn vividly describes Japanese customs, folklore, and landscapes, showing great sensitivity to the beauty and intricacies of the culture. His writing style is poetic and contemplative, capturing the essence of Japan with a keen eye for detail. This work stands out as a valuable contribution to Western understanding of Japan during a time of rapid modernization and globalization. Hearn's ability to immerse readers in the exotic and mysterious Japan of his time makes this book a compelling read for anyone interested in Japanese history and culture. His unique perspective as a Westerner who embraced Japanese traditions enriches the narrative and offers a fresh insight into a country on the brink of change.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 21.11.2019
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Reisen ► Reiseführer ► Asien
• Schlagworte: Classic Literature • Description and travel • foreign author • History of Asia • homes and haunts • Japan • japan culture • Japanese Folklore • japanese literature • Lafcadio Hearn • literary travelogue • meiji era • Non-Fiction books • Religious Life And Customs • Travel writing