Wandering Heart: The Work and Method of Hayashi Fumiko Hardcover – August 27, 1998
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| Management number | 221761380 | Release Date | 2026/05/03 | List Price | US$41.60 | Model Number | 221761380 | ||
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This first Western language study of one of Japan's most popular writers includes translations of key passages, critical commentary, and full translations of three essays by Hayashi Fumiko.Despite being one of the most popular writers of her day, Hayashi Fumiko (1903–1951) has remained virtually unknown outside of Japan. Describing her life and literature, author Susanna Fessler weaves together major events in Fumiko's life and the effect they had on her writing by using a thematical narrative including translations of key passages, critical commentary, and full translations of three essays (My Horizon, Literature, Travel, Etc., and My Work). Particular focus is given to Fumiko's imagery, the centrality of longing and loneliness in her writing, the influence of travel on her life and work, the non-political nature of her narratives, and the importance of free will in her world view Read more
| ISBN10 | 0791439070 |
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| ISBN13 | 978-0791439074 |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | State University of New York Press |
| Dimensions | 6 x 1 x 9 inches |
| Item Weight | 1.05 pounds |
| Print length | 208 pages |
| Publication date | August 27, 1998 |
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