Kakemonos: Tales Of The Far East (1897)

By W. Carlton Dawe

Book Overview

Kakemonos: Tales Of The Far East is a book written by William Carleton Dawe and first published in 1897. The book is a collection of short stories set in the Far East, particularly in Japan and China. The stories are inspired by the author's experiences during his travels in the region.Each story in the book is accompanied by a beautiful illustration, or kakemono, which is a traditional Japanese scroll painting. The illustrations were created by the author himself, who was also an artist.The stories in Kakemonos: Tales Of The Far East are a mix of adventure, romance, and mystery. They feature a variety of characters, including samurai warriors, geishas, and merchants. The tales are filled with vivid descriptions of the landscapes, customs, and traditions of the Far East.Overall, Kakemonos: Tales Of The Far East is a fascinating glimpse into the culture and history of Japan and China in the late 19th century. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the Far East, as well as for fans of historical fiction and adventure stories.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: 116488106X
• ISBN13: 9781164881063
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 0.67 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"