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A thousand books have been written about Japan; but among these, -setting aside artistic publications and works of a purely special character, -the really precious volumes will be found to number scarcely a score. This fact is due to the immense difficulty of perceiving and comprehending... Read Full Overview

This anthology is a thorough introduction to classic literature for those who have not yet experienced these literary masterworks. For those who have known and loved these works in the past, this is an invitation to reunite with old friends in a fresh new format. From Shakespeare's... Read Full Overview

A thousand books have been written about Japan; but among these -setting aside artistic publications and works of a purely special character -the really precious volumes will be found to number scarcely a score. This fact is due to the immense difficulty of perceiving and comprehending... Read Full Overview

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

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A thousand books have been written about Japan; but among these, -setting aside artistic publications and works of a purely special character, -the really precious volumes will be found to number scarcely a score. This fact is due to the immense difficulty of perceiving and comprehending... Read Full Overview

""Japan: An Attempt at Interpretation"" is a book written by Lafcadio Hearn, a Greek-Irish writer who lived in Japan for over a decade and became a naturalized Japanese citizen. The book is a collection of essays that attempt to provide an understanding of Japanese culture, society,... Read Full Overview

""Japan: An Attempt at Interpretation"" is a book written by Lafcadio Hearn, a Greek-born writer who lived in Japan for many years and became fascinated by its culture. The book is a collection of essays that attempt to explain various aspects of Japanese culture, including its... Read Full Overview

Reproduction of the original: Japan An Atteempt at interpretation by Lafcadio Hearn

Reproduction of the original: Japan an Atteempt at Interpretation by Lafcadio Hearn

Book Excerpt: ...ll scarcely fail to be impressed by the apparent kindliness and joyousness of the existence about him. In the relations of the people to each other, as well as in all their relations to himself, he will find a constant amenity, a tact, a good-nature such as he... Read Full Overview

"A THOUSAND books have been written about Japan; but among these, - setting aside artistic publications and works of a purely special character, - the really precious volumes will be found to number scarcely a score. This fact is due to the immense difficulty of perceiving and... Read Full Overview