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In praise of shadows

Paperback • 1977 • English

In praise of shadows

By Junʼichirō Tanizaki

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About the book

Widely considered to be a classic, this essay on Japanese aesthetics by a major author ranges from the patina of lacquerware and the custom of moon-viewing to monastery toilets and the lighting in a brothel, while contrasting the Japanese sense of subtlety and nuance with Western imports such as electric lighting.

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ISBN

9780918172020

Publisher

Leete's Island Books

Published year

1977

Language

English

Original title

In praise of shadows

Format

Paperback

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