In Praise of Shadows by Jun'ichirō Tanizaki

In Praise of Shadows

Jun'ichirō Tanizaki with Edward G. Seidensticker (Translator), Thomas J. Harper (Translator)

56 pages • first pub 1933 (editions)

nonfiction art essays philosophy informative reflective medium-paced
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An essay on aesthetics by the Japanese novelist, this book explores architecture, jade, food, and even toilets, combining an acute sense of the use of space in buildings. The book also includes descriptions of laquerware under candlelight and wome...

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Moods

reflective 88%
informative 65%
relaxing 28%
inspiring 27%
lighthearted 10%
challenging 8%
mysterious 5%
dark 4%
funny 4%
emotional 3%
sad 3%
hopeful 1%

Pace

medium 39%
slow 30%
fast 29%

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