Japanese Plays: Versified

By Thomas Russell Hillier McClatchie and Ernest S. McClatchie

Book Overview

Japanese Plays: Versified is a book that features a collection of plays from Japan that have been translated and adapted into verse form by Thomas R. H. McClatchie. The book includes a total of six plays that showcase the unique style and themes of Japanese theater. The plays featured in this book are: The Love Suicides at Amijima, The Soga Successors, The Chushingura, The Zen Substitute, The Yotsuya Ghost Story, and The Woman-Killer and the Hell of Oil. Each play is introduced with a brief overview of its plot and themes, providing readers with context and background information. The book also includes illustrations and notes on Japanese culture and theater, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in Japanese literature and drama. Overall, Japanese Plays: Versified is a fascinating and engaging collection of plays that offers a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of Japan.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162971088
• ISBN13: 9781162971087
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 196 Pages
• Weight: 0.59 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"