The Romance of the Milky Way, and Other Studies & Stories (eBook)

Lafcadio Hearn (Autor)

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2022
86 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654738127-3 (EAN)

Infos

In "The Romance of the Milky Way, and Other Studies & Stories," Lafcadio Hearn intertwines the realms of folklore, mythology, and personal narrative, capturing the ephemeral beauty of the human experience as viewed through a prism of natural wonder and cultural depth. His literary style reflects a lyrical elegance, employing vivid imagery and evocative language that mirror the themes of dreams and the supernatural. Grounded in both Eastern and Western traditions, Hearn's work resonates with the essence of late 19th-century literary explorations into spirituality and the mystical, presenting readers with a multifaceted mosaic of human belief and imagination. Lafcadio Hearn (1850-1904), a Greek-born writer who spent significant time in Japan, was profoundly influenced by his intercultural encounters and his embrace of diverse philosophical narratives. His experiences as an immigrant and his fascination with Japan's aesthetics and customs inevitably led him to explore themes of identity and transience, which permeate this collection. Hearn's journey through life, marked by shifts in geography and culture, fueled his quest to understand universal truths, making his stories resonate across time and space. This collection is highly recommended for readers seeking to delve into the interplay of culture and narrative. Hearn's unique voice offers a lens through which to explore not only the beauty of the Milky Way but also the intricacies of human emotion. "The Romance of the Milky Way" invites you to embark on a journey that transcends the ordinary, urging contemplation of life's mysteries amidst the stars.

Autor

Lafcadio Hearn (1850-1904) remains an enigmatic figure in literary history, often celebrated for his ability to bridge diverse cultures within his work. Born Patrick Lafcadio Hearn in Lefkada, Greece to a Greek mother and an Irish father, Hearn spent much of his life in the United States and Japan. Known for his eerie ghost stories and keen insights into Japanese culture, Hearn's writing style is characterized by a blend of lyricism and exoticism, influenced by his multicultural experiences (Starr, S. 1994). He was an important mediator of Japanese culture to the West at a time when Japan was still largely enigmatic to outsiders. Among Hearn's noted works, 'Kwaidan: Stories and Studies of Strange Things' (1904) is one of the most celebrated. In 'The Romance of the Milky Way, and Other Studies & Stories' (1905), he showcased his interest in folklore and myth, compiling various tales and legends that reflected his fascination with the spiritual and the supernatural. Hearn's literary contributions extend beyond storytelling; he also wrote insightful essays on Japanese society, religion, and the aesthetics that are indispensable to scholars interested in Meiji-era Japan. His writings not only reveal the peculiarities of the early modern East-West encounter but also exhibit Hearn's personal search for beauty in the marginalized and the overlooked aspects of the cultures he embraced throughout his life (Bisland, E. 1906).

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 16.9.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Anthologien
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Märchen / Sagen
• Themenwelt: Reisen ► Reiseführer
• Schlagworte: 19th century literature • American Literature • ancient myths preservation • astronomy in fiction • celestial myths • Cosmology in literature • Cultural exploration narratives • Cultural fusion • Cultural heritage exploration • Description and travel • East Asian philosophy books • Eastern Western fusion • east-meets-west • ethereal narratives • ethnographic travel stories • fantastical creatures narratives • Folklore • folklore anthology • folk tales and legends • Japan • Japanese Folklore • Japanese folklore essays • Japanese folklore tales • Lafcadio Hearn literature • Lafcadio Hearn prose • Literary symbolism • multicultural storytelling • mystical legend collection • Mythical Tales • supernatural love stories • supernatural tales • Tales • traditional Japanese customs • travel and myth • whimsical landscapes depiction