In Praise of Shadows

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 women in the darkness of the house of pleasure.

Author: Junichiro Tanizaki
Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Leetes Island Books
Published: 12/01/1977
Pages: 56
Weight: 0.2lbs
Size: 8.30h x 5.30w x 0.30d
ISBN: 9780918172020