Excerpt from Letters From the Raven: Being the Correspondence of Lafcadio Hearn With Henry Watkin
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Hearn (1850-1904) was born in Levkas, Greece, as the son of Greek and British parents. In 1869 he went to the United States and did various work, finally as a journalist. In 1890 he came to Japan and taught English in Japanese schools, and became a Japanese citizen under the name of Koizumi Yakuma. He died in Tokyo.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a glimpse into the life and writings of Lafcadio Hearn, a renowned literary figure of the late 19th century. The letters included in this volume offer an intimate look into Hearn's personal struggles, creative process, and profound connection to the cultures he encountered. Through his vivid descriptions and introspective reflections, Hearn sheds light on the complexities of Japanese society, the beauty of the natural world, and the power of storytelling. The book not only offers a valuable historical record but also provides insights into the human experience of identity, belonging, and the search for meaning in life. Hearn's writings continue to resonate with readers today, offering a unique and evocative perspective on the world. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330110874_0
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