Lafcadio Hearn

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Kokoro: Hints and Echoes of Japanese Inner Life (eBook, ePUB)

Exploring the Depths of Japanese Culture and Psyche

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In "Kokoro: Hints and Echoes of Japanese Inner Life," Lafcadio Hearn masterfully explores the intricacies of Japanese culture through a series of essays that delve into the emotional and spiritual landscapes of its people. Employing a lyrical prose style rich in imagery and sensitivity, Hearn reflects on themes of compassion, beauty, and the ephemeral nature of life. This work is set against the backdrop of a rapidly modernizing Japan, which Hearn contrasts with traditional values, providing readers with poignant insights into the complexities of the Japanese psyche and the cultural ethos that underpin it. Lafcadio Hearn, a Greek-born writer and journalist, became an influential figure in the promotion of Japanese culture in the West during the late 19th century. His deep appreciation for, and scholarly approach to, Japan stemmed from his experiences living in both the United States and Japan, allowing him to bridge the gap between Eastern and Western thought. Hearn'Äôs unique position as an outsider allowed him to observe and document Japanese life with an honesty and tenderness rarely seen in contemporary literature. This book is highly recommended for readers seeking to understand the subtleties of Japanese inner life and culture. Through Hearn's eloquent observations, one gains a deeper appreciation for the philosophical and emotional frameworks that define Japan, making "Kokoro" an essential read for anyone interested in cross-cultural studies or the arts.

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Lafcadio Hearn (1850-1904), also known by his Japanese name Koizumi Yakumo, was a writer of international renown who found his muse in the culture of Japan. Born on the Greek island of Lefkada, Hearn emigrated to the United States in his teens, where he began his foray into journalism. His eclectic writing journey led him to New Orleans and later the West Indies, but it was his relocation to Japan in 1890 that profoundly shaped his literary career. In Japan, Hearn married into the culture, adopting its language and customs. He transformed his outsider's fascination with Japan into a series of books that offered Western audiences an intimate glimpse into the Japanese way of life. His seminal work, 'Kokoro: Hints and Echoes of Japanese Inner Life' (1896), examines the complexities of the human heart through a tapestry of essays that delve into folklore, traditions, and the societal mores of Meiji-era Japan. Hearn's evocative prose straddles vivid description, cultural analysis, and personal anecdote. His literary style, often reflective and rich with sensory detail, captures the subtleties of the places and people he encountered, rendering them with an empathy and depth that enthralled his readers and secured his legacy as a conduit between the East and West.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 261
• Erscheinungstermin: 21. November 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664646019
• Artikelnr.: 58435640