In Praise of Shadows: Vintage Design Edition by Jun'ichiro Tanizaki (English) Pa

Description: In Praise of Shadows by Jun'ichiro Tanizaki This is an enchanting essay on aesthetics by one of the greatest Japanese novelists. Tanizakis eye ranges over architecture, jade, food, toilets, and combines an acute sense of the use of space in buildings, as well as perfect descriptions of lacquerware under candlelight and women in the darkness of the house of pleasure. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description This is an essay on aesthetics by one of the greatest Japanese novelists. The text ranges over architecture, jade, food, toilets, and combines an acute sense of the use of space in buildings, as well as perfect descriptions of lacquerware under candlelight and women in the darkness of the house of pleasure. The essay forms a classic description of the collision between the shadows of traditional Japanese interiors and the dazzling light of the modern age. Notes An intimate reflection on Japanese art and architecture from one of the countrys greatest novelists. Back Cover Elegant...a delight to read Independent on Sunday This is an enchanting essay on aesthetics by one of the greatest Japanese novelists. Tanizakis eye ranges from architecture to food and combines an acute sense of the use of space in buildings with perfect descriptions of lacquerware under candlelight and women in the darkness of a house of pleasure. The result is a classic description of the collision between the shadows of traditional Japanese interiors and the dazzling light of the modern age. See also: The Makioka Sisters Author Biography Junichiro Tanizaki was born in 1886 in Tokyo where his family owned a printing establishment. He studied literature at Tokyo Imperial University and his first published work, a one-act play, appeared in a literary magazine in 1909. He received the Imperial Prize for Literature in 1949 and was elected an Honorary Member of the American Academy and the National Institute of Arts and Letters in 1964, the first Japanese to receive this honour. He died in 1965 Review I am convinced that Tanizaki is one of the few great writers of our time. He is an author of outstanding stature and deserves to be far better known outside Japan than he is -- Ivan Morris This is a powerfully anti-modernist book, yet contains the most beautiful evocation of the traditional Japanese aesthetic... More like a poem than an essay * Building Design * The outstanding Japanese novelist of this century -- Edmund White A highly infectious essay lauding all things shady and subtly hidden * Guardian * An elegant essay on traditional Japanese aesthetics by the great novelist. A delight to read * Independent on Sunday * Kirkus UK Review In Praise of Shadows laments the fading of traditional Japanese culture in the electric glare of Westernization. Tanizaki is at times funny (he celebrates outdoor toilets), aggravating (he meanders) and overwhelmingly lyrical (his descriptions of lacquerware in candlelight are feted). This remains relevant and important, making us re-evaluate ourselves. review by JOSIE BARNARD. Editors note: Josie Barnards is the author of Poker Face. (Kirkus UK) Review Text An elegant essay on traditional Japanese aesthetics by the great novelist. A delight to read Review Quote An elegant essay on traditional Japanese aesthetics by the great novelist. A delight to read Details ISBN0099283573 Author Junichiro Tanizaki Pages 80 Series Vintage classics Year 2001 ISBN-10 0099283573 ISBN-13 9780099283577 Format Paperback Publication Date 2001-05-03 Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Translated from Japanese DEWEY 111.85 Birth 1886 Death 1965 Media Book Short Title IN PRAISE OF SHADOWS Language English Residence US Publisher Vintage Publishing Imprint Vintage Classics Subtitle Vintage Design Edition Audience General/Trade UK Release Date 2001-05-03 AU Release Date 2001-05-03 NZ Release Date 2001-05-03 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:1124334;

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