Shadowings

By Lafcadio Hearn

Book Overview

Explore the heart of Japanese culture and folklore with Lafcadio Hearn's "Shadowings," a collection of evocative translations and insightful literary essays. Hearn, a renowned interpreter of Japan, unveils the beauty and depth of Japanese poetry, offering readers a glimpse into the nation's soul.

This volume delves into traditional themes, showcasing the power of Japanese folklore through carefully rendered translations. Beyond the poetry itself, Hearn provides critical analysis that illuminates the cultural context and artistic merit of these timeless works. "Shadowings" presents a unique window into the spiritual and aesthetic values of Japan.

This meticulously prepared print edition preserves the integrity of Hearn's original work, making it accessible to all who seek to understand the enduring legacy of Japanese literature. Journey into a world of shadows and discover the profound beauty within.

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

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.

Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1023302543
• ISBN13: 9781023302548
• Release Date: March 2025
• Publisher: Anson Street Press
• Length: 144 Pages
• Weight: 0.84 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.1" x 9.2"

Customer Reviews

Japanese mythology and culture

Florid fin-de-siecle Nipponophile rhapsodizes on Japanese mythology and culture. From ghost tales to cicadas' song ("semi no koe") to an exploration of the 'yobina' (Japanese women's names), Hearn gives an empassioned, lyrical perspective on it all. Originally published in 1898. Lots of fun to read.