Kokoro is one of the classics of Japanese literature. Soseki introduces readers to the Japanese modern culture and its effect on the young generation of that time. Author narrates the events, when in 1857 Western imperialism invaded Japan. In order to protect Japan and it's culture, the Japanese Emporer Meiji planned and ordered an industrial revolution in the country. Must Read!
Thought-provoking and beautifully written, this trilogy of stories explores the very heart of loneliness and stands as a stirring introduction to one of Japan's most widely read modern authors.
Natsume Soseki's importance to Japanese literature can be compared to that of Dickens to Britain or Henry James to America. Like these writers, his work now holds a hugely popular...
Masterfully combining fantasy, science fiction and Japanese mythology, the sequel to Kojiki takes us into the heart of a war that spreads across the worlds.
Other important themes in the novel include the changing times (particularly the modernization of Japan in the Meiji era), the changing roles and ideals of women, and intergenerational change in values, the role of family, the importance of ...
Kokoro's Sensei shares other characteristics with Sōseki as well. Family difficulties and alienation, a recurrent theme in many of Sōseki's novels, played their part in his own early life. A late child of a large family, ...
"Tell me, Enami-san, to which Yakuza family did they owe their allegiance?" Enami glanced into a pocket notebook before answering. "They were of the Ishido family." Saito raised an eyebrow in interest. "So des ney, but you use the word ...
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To my future family: I wonder if my future kids will read Kokoro Connect... Honestly, it'd be kind of embarrassing, but it would still mean a lot to me, so I'll go ahead and thank advance. Without these books, I never would have met you ...
The simplest way to look at sharpening the sword is through daily disciplined physical training and practice, a foundational principle of Kokoro Yoga. In opening up your mobility and spinal health, by increasing energy through powerful ...
First things first, the Kokoro Connect anime will start airing in July 2012! It's been really eye-opening to see my work depicted from a fresh perspective, and I'm confident that my readers will enjoy it! There you have it—the author's ...