Western Writers in Japan

Okada, S.

This book relates the experiences of a range of Western writers who went to Japan as teachers and lecturers, covering a period of over 100 years. It discusses East-West cultural differences; Western 'individualism' encountering Japanese 'formal' society; and draws on the author's interviews with many of the writers featured. It includes some hitherto unpublished correspondence, as well as comments on their published works. The author hopes her book will encourage a deeper understanding between East and West.

Details

Published by: Palgrave Macmillan

Publication Date: 1998-11-25

Format: Hardcover

ISBN-13: 9780333721742

DOI: 10.1057/9780230377738

Dimensions: 216cm x140cm

Pages: 185