In Praise of Shadows

Description

An essay on aesthetics by the Japanese novelist, this book explores architecture, jade, food, and even toilets, combining an acute sense of the use of space in buildings. The book also includes descriptions of laquerware under candlelight and women in the darkness of the house of pleasure.

Product Details

Price

$11.95 $11.11

Publisher

Leetes Island Books

Publish Date

December 01, 1977

Pages

Dimensions

5.3 X 8.3 X 0.3 inches | 0.2 pounds

Language

English

Type

Paperback

EAN/UPC

9780918172020

BISAC Categories:

Aesthetics

Essays

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About the Author

Junichiro Tanizaki was a major writer of modern Japanese literature who wrote numerous books, including The Makioka Sisters and Naomi: A Novel.

Reviews

"Tanizaki captures in an amusing, flowing commentary on beauty, architecture, drama, food, feminine beauty, and many other aspects of Japanese life the uneasy mixing of two clashing esthetic traditions." --Edwin O. Reischauer, Harvard University

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