Long, Long Autumn Nights
Author : Hideo Oguma
Publisher :
Page : pages
File Size : 29,11 MB
Release : 1989
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Long, Long Autumn Nights
Author : 小熊秀雄
Publisher : U of M Center for Japanese Studies
Page : 146 pages
File Size : 26,91 MB
Release : 1989
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN :
Book Description
A Japanese avant-garde poet who stood for cultural tolerance in a repressive, imperialistic age, Oguma Hideo published some of the most politically powerful poems ever written in Japan. The present volume is the first sampling of his poetry in English.
Autumn Nights
Author : A W Wang
Publisher : Independently Published
Page : 352 pages
File Size : 40,65 MB
Release : 2020-08-25
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ISBN :
Book Description
Between the long days of summer and the dark nights of winter, autumn envelops the evenings with the scent of cinnamon and apples. Of wood smoke and fallen leaves. In the dim light of a fading sun the night returns to reclaim its own. From witches and demons to haunted circuses and deals made with hidden consequences, to ghosts and secrets buried in the past... "Autumn Nights: 12 Chilling Tales for Midnight" brings together the very best in spooky tales to tell under a harvest moon. Created for those who get excited for Halloween, pumpkin carving, and crisp Fall weather. For those that love the things that go bump in the dark. Do you dream of windy nights and tumbling leaves even while summer days stretch on? Do you want scary bonfire stories with a wide variety of lore? This collection is perfect for you. Even better- your purchase helps your fellow humans. All profits generated through the sales of this volume of Autumn Nights will be donated to the Feeding America's network of food banks, pantries and meal programs that serve almost every community in the United States - 40 million people, including 12 million children and 7 million seniors. These twelve spooky short stories originate from ten outstanding authors to delight your love of Autumn and get the hairs on the back of your neck standing at alert. "Aurora Borealis" by Cass Kim - The waters of Lake Superior are dark, deep and cold. What secrets come out as the Northern Lights dance in the sky? "The Glimmerseed" by Jacob Klop - Be wary good folk, for there's no turning back, after a bargain with Carnival Jack. "Reaper" by Mallory Kelly - Leah is determined to find her four-legged pal and only friend after he vanishes in a cave, but there are demons in the dark, and not all of them are in her head. "An Unfinished Song" by Nicole Scarano - When the clock strikes midnight on Halloween, Hanna both celebrates her birthday and mourns the anniversary of her mother's death. She believes her life could not grow grimmer, but when hooded figures suddenly surround her house, she realizes the nightmare has only just begun. "It's the End of the World" by Martin Shannon - Things just don't add up in these unexpected end times. "The Price" by Helen Whistberry - Everything has a price. Sometimes you just don't know what the price will be until it is too late. "Candle and Bell" - A Short Story of Salem by K. A. Miltimore - Chloe tries to put the pieces of her life together when she has lost the magic of her mother. A fateful visit to the House of the Seven Gables makes her question what exactly it means to be a witch. "Nothing but Red" by Meg Holeva - A girl learns some fascinating family history of meddling by a goddess only to transform into something incredible. "The Summoning" by A.W. Wang - "With apologies to the British and presented for amusement only: one demon lord, one great horned owl, and a night-furred feline..." "Rings" by E. H. Night - Revenge is worth an eternity. "A Tenacious Soul" by Jacob Klop - Samuel Florence can sell water to a well, but the Waltons are stubborn as a two-headed mule. If only they had a secret he could use against them... "The Dirt is Thirsty" by Mallory Kelly - Nic has found a secluded desert home where his mother can die in peace, but in this ghost town, the dead don't stay peaceful. *These stories are intended to be safe reading for Young Adults and Adults alike, with no graphic/explicit violence or sexual situations.
The Mourner's Song
Author : James Tatum
Publisher : University of Chicago Press
Page : 236 pages
File Size : 32,55 MB
Release : 2018-10-30
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 022665950X
Book Description
No matter when or where they are fought, all wars have one thing in common: a relentless progression to monuments and memorials for the dead. Likewise all art made from war begins and ends in mourning and remembrance. In The Mourner's Song, James Tatum offers incisive discussions of physical and literary memorials constructed in the wake of war, from the Vietnam Veterans Memorial to the writings of Stephen Crane, Edmund Wilson, Tim O'Brien, and Robert Lowell. Tatum's touchstone throughout is the Iliad, not just one of the earliest war poems, but also one of the most powerful examples of the way poetry can be a tribute to and consolation for what is lost in war. Reading the Iliad alongside later works inspired by war, Tatum reveals how the forms and processes of art convert mourning to memorial. He examines the role of remembrance and the distance from war it requires; the significance of landscape in memorialization; the artifacts of war that fire the imagination; the intimate relationship between war and love and its effects on the ferocity with which soldiers wage battle; and finally, the idea of memorialization itself. Because all survivors suffer the losses of war, Tatum's is a story of both victims and victors, commanders and soldiers, women and men. Photographs of war memorials in Vietnam, France, and the United States beautifully augment his testimonials. Eloquent and deeply moving, The Mourner's Song will speak to anyone interested in the literature of war and the relevance of the classics to our most pressing contemporary needs.
One Autumn Night
Author : Maxim Gorky
Publisher : Prabhat Prakashan
Page : 13 pages
File Size : 42,52 MB
Release : 2024-08-30
Category : Fiction
ISBN :
Book Description
Discover the evocative and poignant narrative of Maxim Gorky's "One Autumn Night." This short story captures the essence of human emotion and social dynamics through a deeply personal and reflective lens. Gorky's narrative delves into themes of love, personal conflict, and the impact of fleeting moments on the lives of its characters. Gorky, renowned for his ability to portray the emotional and social complexities of his characters, presents a story that explores the nuances of human relationships and the significance of individual experiences. The narrative offers a reflective look at the intersections of personal and social issues, highlighting the transient yet profound nature of human connections."One Autumn Night" is an engaging read for those interested in Gorky’s exploration of emotional depth and social dynamics. Perfect for readers who appreciate stories that delve into the intricacies of personal relationships and the impact of significant moments on individuals' lives.
Po Ch-i
Author : Juyi Bai
Publisher : Columbia University Press
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 16,32 MB
Release : 2000
Category :
ISBN : 0231118392
Book Description
The T'ang dynasty was the great age of Chinese poetry, and Po Chü-i (772-846) was one of that era's most prolific major poets. His appealing style, marked by deliberate simplicity, won him wide popularity among the Chinese public at large and made him a favorite with readers in Korea and Japan as well. From Po Chü-i's well-preserved corpus--personally compiled and arranged by the poet himself in an edition of seventy-five chapters--the esteemed translator Burton Watson has chosen 128 poems and one short prose piece that exemplify the earthy grace and deceptive simplicity of this master poet. For Po Chü-i, writing poetry was a way to expose the ills of society and an autobiographical medium to record daily activities, as well as a source of deep personal delight and satisfaction--constituting, along with wine and song, one of the chief joys of existence. Whether exposing the gluttony of arrogant palace attendants during a famine; describing the delights of drunkenly chanting new poems under the autumn moon; depicting the peaceful equanimity that comes with old age; or marveling at cool Zen repose during a heat wave... these masterfully translated poems shine with a precisely crafted artlessness that conveys the subtle delights of Chinese poetry.
Autumn Nights
Author : Edison T. Crux
Publisher :
Page : 378 pages
File Size : 25,51 MB
Release : 2019-09-22
Category :
ISBN : 9781694545664
Book Description
The shadows grow long in the crisp autumn air, and soon the summer will be a distant memory. In the dim light of a fading sun the night has returned to reclaim its own. From hayrides to corn mazes, and Jekyll n Hyde. With warped games and witches, demons, and Death personified. "Autumn Nights: 13 Spooky Fall Reads" brings together the very best in chilling tales to tell under a harvest moon. Created for those who get excited for Halloween and crisp Fall weather (and yes, even Pumpkin Spice Lattes). Are you the type to dream of windy nights and tumbling leaves even while summer days stretch on? Do you want scary bonfire stories with doses of humor and twists on classical tales? This collection is perfect for you. These thirteen plus one (bonus!) spooky short stories originate from the talents of fourteen impressive new and published authors. Each twisted tale glimmers with a different sinister face of Autumn to bring new chills to your spine. Even better- your purchase helps animals in need. All profits generated through the sales of Autumn Nights will be donated to the ASPCA as part of their ongoing mission to provide effective means for the prevention of cruelty to animals. "Bloodlines: A Sage Roberts Story" by Cass Kim: Left home alone all week for the first time, Sage's trip to the pumpkin patch takes an unusual path. Now, she will find out how many secrets her little town keeps. "Fade to Black" by Amanda Stockton: Hard times make for bad decisions, while peer pressure crushes the best of intentions in this dark tale of false friends and forgotten evil. "Magician's Weekend" by Martin Shannon: Insanity is a pizza pie best served cold, or at least that's how it's going to be by the time Eugene Law gets to it. A quiet evening without the family turns into a madcap parade of critical rolls and saving throws in this tale of Weird Florida. "Hannah and Gregory" by Jacob Faust: Candy is the least of their worries when siblings find themselves left for dead in this modern retelling of Hansel and Gretel. "The Teller Tree" by SM Rose: there has always been a secret-keeper in the wood, and so there must always be. A tale of secrets, love, and stories that continue after their ends. "From Hell" by Tara Jazdzewski: Dark deeds in the deepest night summon more than just the police in this tale of Victorian witches in the gaslit streets of London. "Constellation Boy" by Dixon Reuel shows what happens when you travel beyond the stars, only to come face-to-face with the eerily familiar! "Soul Sisters" by Mandy Lawson: After several accidents at a fall retreat, Charlotte suspects someone is targeting her. What began as a weekend of kissing and kayaking may end with mystery and murder. "Witches of Nine" by Meg Holeva: Fairy bargains and small town Iowa collide in this story of loss and life. "Dawson Farms" by Matthew Cesca follows a teenage couple on a trip to a local farm to give its corn maze a try. As night falls, things take a frightening turn among the corn stalks. "Location #23" by Alana Turner: When a young barista rediscovers a forgotten app the game quickly sparks nostalgia. As the days go on and she continues to play something more sinister begins to emerge. "A Witch's Ken" by Nicolas Gram: Another night spent babysitting is the least of Amelia's concerns when the auspicious return of a distant comet re-hashes a past best left forgotten. "My Own Dark Way" by K. A. Miltimore is a new twist on a familiar tale from Victorian London. Something is stalking him through the dim alleys of Whitechapel ...or is it all in his head?" Courting Death" by Edison T. Crux: An immortal girl and a heartbroken Death. This creative cast of characters will warm even your cold dead heart.
The Three Treasures
Author : Edward Kamens
Publisher : University of Michigan Press
Page : 461 pages
File Size : 10,10 MB
Release : 2023-01-25
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 0472221043
Book Description
When the young Princess Sonshi became a Buddhist nun in the year 984, a scholar-official of the royal court was commissioned to create a guide to the Buddhist religion that would be accessible for her. He did so in the form of the illustrated works of fiction (monogatari) that appealed to women readers of her time and class. The text has survived in later manuscripts; the illustrations, if they ever existed, have not. This revised translation recreates Sonshi’s experience of receiving this multimedia presentation, with illustrations selected to help contemporary readers visualize its content and essays that provide context on the religious and cultural experience of the author. The Three Treasures is a unique document that opens a window onto the world of Buddhist religious experience—especially for women—in high classical Japan, the time of Sei Shōnagon’s Pillow Book and Murasaki Shikibu’s Tale of Genji.
Jews in the Japanese Mind
Author : David G. Goodman
Publisher : Lexington Books
Page : 438 pages
File Size : 44,95 MB
Release : 2000
Category : History
ISBN : 9780739101674
Book Description
Why are the Japanese fascinated with the Jews? By showing that the modern attitude is the result of a process of accretion begun 200 years ago, this book describes the development behind Japanese ideas of Jews and how these images are reflected in their modern intellectual life
The Columbia Anthology of Modern Japanese Literature
Author : J. Thomas Rimer
Publisher : Columbia University Press
Page : 1477 pages
File Size : 22,31 MB
Release : 2005-04-13
Category : Literary Collections
ISBN : 0231521642
Book Description
This comprehensive anthology collects works of fiction, poetry, drama, and essay-writing from a pivotal time in Japanese history. In addition to their literary achievements, the texts reflect the political, social, and intellectual changes that occurred in Japanese society during this period, including exposure to Western ideas and literature, the rise of nationalism, and the complex interaction of traditional and modern forces. The volume offers outstanding, often new translations of classic texts by such celebrated writers as Nagai Kafu, Shimazaki Toson, Natsume Soseki, Kawabata Yasunari, and Yosano Akiko. The editors have also unearthed works from lesser-known women writers, many of which have never been available in English. Organized chronologically and by genre within each period, the volume reveals the major influences in the development of modern Japanese literature: the Japanese classics themselves, the example of Chinese poetry, and the encounter with Western literature and culture. Modern Japanese writers reread the classics of Japanese literature, infused them with contemporary language, and refashioned them with an increased emphasis on psychological elements. They also reinterpreted older aesthetic concepts in light of twentieth-century mentalities. While modern ideas captured the imagination of some Japanese writers, the example of classical Chinese poetry remained important for others. Meiji writers continued to compose poetry in classical Chinese and adhere to a Confucian system of thought. Another factor in shaping modern Japanese literature was the example of foreign works, which offered new literary inspiration and opportunities for Japanese readers and writers. Divided into four chapters, the anthology begins with the early modern texts of the 1870s, continues with works written during the years of social change preceding World War I and the innovative writing of the interwar period, and concludes with texts from World War II. Each chapter includes a helpful critical introduction, situating the works within their literary, political, and cultural contexts. Additionally, there are biographical introductions for each writer.
