HEARN, LAFCADIO — Writings from Japan

London, Penguin Travel Library. 1985. Papeback with dust jacket, 20cm. Book, For any Japanophle this is the holy grail of understanding Japanese life before things went west in a big way. In 1890 Lafcadio went to Japan and this is an anthology of his first and affecting impressions of this unknown country & its culture. Edited by Francis King. loved the part where he describes the beauty of the calligraphic flags hanging from the buildings - he's sad to learn the language and find his pleasing calligraphy has become blatant advertising. Book is in great condition & you'll enjoy the recounts. Very Good/None issued.