The Columbia Anthology of Modern Japanese Literature: From Restoration to Occupation 1868-1945 v. 1 (Modern Asian Literature Series)

by JThomasRimer (Author)

• New

  Hardcover
  2005

  $174.59

  Collects works of fiction, poetry, drama, and essay-writing from a pivotal time in Japanese history. This book reflects the political, social, and intellectual changes that occurred in Japanese society during this period. It reveals the influences in the development of Japanese literature. It includes biographical introductions for each writer.

• New

  Paperback
  2007

  $46.18

  Offers translations of classic texts by such celebrated writers as Nagai Kafu, Shimazaki Toson, Natsume Soseki, Kawabata Yasunari, and Yosano Akiko. This book features selections that reflect the major political, social, and intellectual changes of the period, including exposure to Western ideas and literature, the rise of nationalism, and more.