Lafcadio Hearn

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Chita: A Memory of Last Island (eBook, ePUB)

A Haunting Tale of Hurricane Devastation and Creole Culture

Beschreibung

In Lafcadio Hearn's evocative novella, "Chita: A Memory of Last Island," the author immerses readers in the exquisite wanderings of a young man's reminiscence of a vanished paradise on the Louisiana coast. Hearn's lyrical and impressionistic style captures the ethereal beauty of its landscapes, interweaving themes of nostalgia, memory, and loss against the backdrop of a devastating hurricane. With its rich descriptions and haunting atmosphere, the narrative serves as both a tribute to the unique Creole culture and a reflective exploration of human experience in the face of nature's wrath. Lafcadio Hearn, an enigmatic figure of the late 19th century, was captivated by the cultural complexities of New Orleans and its surroundings. His diverse background as a Greek-Irish expatriate and his experiences in Japan gave him a distinct perspective that informed his depictions of Southern life. This place deeply resonated with Hearn, and his keen observations of the interplay between man and nature, compounded by his personal encounters with loss, culminate in the poignant storytelling found within this work. "Chita: A Memory of Last Island" invites readers to explore the delicate interplay between beauty and transience. Hearn'Äôs haunting prose and vivid imagery make it a compelling read, drawing those interested in regional literature, the complexities of coastal life, and the evocative power of memory into a world that remains both familiar and eerily ephemeral.

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Lafcadio Hearn (1850-1904), also known by his Japanese name Koizumi Yakumo, was a notable writer of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, famed for his keen exploration of Japanese culture and folklore. Born on the Greek island of Lefkada, he spent his early years in Ireland and later emigrated to the United States, eventually making his way to Japan, where he found his true calling. Hearn's work is characterized by a lyrical prose style and an insatiable curiosity for the exotic and the overlooked facets of the societies he explored. His literary contributions include a profusion of articles, translations, and books, with 'Chita: A Memory of Last Island' (1889) being a pivotal work that illustrates his mastery in conveying the spectral charm of doomed locales, in this case, the Gulf island devastated by a hurricane in 1856. Hearn's narrative weaves a haunting, almost ethereal tale of survival and loss, enveloped in the rich tapestry of Creole life. Other significant works by Hearn include 'Kwaidan: Stories and Studies of Strange Things' (1904), wherein he deftly transports readers into the mystical world of Japanese ghost stories, and 'Glimpses of Unfamiliar Japan' (1894), which showcases his profound appreciation and understanding of Japanese aesthetics and traditions. Hearn's prolific output offered Western readers one of the first and richest gateways into a Japan still veiled to the outside world, making his work invaluable to cross-cultural literature and studies in orientalism.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 158
• Erscheinungstermin: 22. November 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664632005
• Artikelnr.: 58448239