Percival Lowell

Broschiertes Buch

Noto An Unexplored Corner Of Japan

Beschreibung

Noto: An unexplored corner of Japan is a reflective travel account written in the late 1800s that captures the curiosity and observational precision of a Western traveler immersed in the Japanese landscape. The work begins with the author's fascination ignited by a simple map, which evokes an irresistible urge to explore a peninsula largely unknown outside Japan. This initial intrigue grows into a deliberate and well-supplied expedition, blending physical travel with cultural exploration. The early passages chronicle his journey's outset, highlighting the logistical effort involved and the novelty of venturing into unfamiliar regions. The presence of a Japanese assistant not only provides practical aid but also introduces moments of cultural exchange and contrast. The text emphasizes sensory experiences and emotional nuances, rendering the physical journey secondary to the traveler s inward reflection on difference, distance, and belonging. In this way, the work resists being reduced to a mere itinerary, positioning the act of travel as an interpretive exercise rather than a conquest of foreign space.

Autor

Percival Lowell was born on March 13, 1855, in Boston, Massachusetts, to Augustus Lowell and Katherine Bigelow Lowell. He came from a prominent family with a strong intellectual and political background. His siblings included Amy Lowell, the poet, and A. Lawrence Lowell, who later became president of Harvard University. After graduating from Harvard in 1876, Lowell spent several years traveling in the Far East, where he developed a keen interest in Japanese culture, eventually writing books such as Noto: An Unexplored Corner of Japan. Though initially involved in business and diplomacy, he later shifted to scientific pursuits and became widely known for his work in astronomy. In the 1890s, he founded the Lowell Observatory in Flagstaff, Arizona, where he championed the controversial theory of canals on Mars, proposing they were evidence of intelligent life. He also initiated the search for a ninth planet, which would ultimately lead to the discovery of Pluto after his death. His speculative ideas sparked both popular interest and scientific debate. Lowell s contributions helped lay the groundwork for planetary science in the United States. He died on November 12, 1916, in Flagstaff, leaving behind a legacy that bridged literature, travel, and astronomical inquiry.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double 9 Books
• Seitenzahl: 106
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Juni 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 6mm
• Gewicht: 145g
• ISBN-13: 9789371460828
• ISBN-10: 9371460822
• Artikelnr.: 75414915