Toson, Shimazaki
Before the Dawn
- ISBN 13:
- 9780824811648
- author:
- Toson, Shimazaki
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- University of Hawaii Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1988
- Pages:
- 828
- Dimensions:
- 23 x 15.6 x 4.6 cm
- Genre:
- Fiction / General
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Before the Dawn by Shimazaki Toson is a deeply personal and historically significant novel that explores the complexities of human experience during a time of great change. Written in a tone of tact, humility, and deference, this work of fiction offers a nuanced portrayal of the lives of those who lived through the Meiji era. The author's unique blend of sophistication and erudition shines through on every page, as he weaves together a rich tapestry of stories that celebrate the humanity of his characters. This translation aims to introduce Toson's masterpiece to a wider audience, offering a fresh perspective on a pivotal moment in Japanese history. A work of great historical significance, Before the Dawn has inspired a wide range of scholarly studies and literary works, drawing on old diaries and official records to create a vivid picture of life during this period.
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