{"product_id":"9788415958604","title":"On Ise's ship","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOn the Boat to Ise\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA literary journey through the most intimate and revealing side of Japan. Suso Mourelo travels through the Japanese nation following in the footsteps of his favorite authors, from the Tokyo of the cursed writer Osamu Dazai to the small island of Kamishima, which inspired Yukio Mishima. This book combines the pleasure of physical travel with a fascination for literature, offering the reader a unique experience that transitions between large cities and quiet rural enclaves. A work that invites you to rediscover Japan through the eyes of its literary creators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the Boat to Ise is not a simple travel diary, but an exploration guided by a literary compass. The author, Suso Mourelo, sets out to visit the real-life settings that served as the backdrop for the novels of his favorite Japanese writers. The journey spans from bustling Tokyo, where the tormented Osamu Dazai lived and wrote, to the remote island of Kamishima, a place of retreat and meditation for Yukio Mishima. Throughout its pages, the reader accompanies the author on a journey that not only discovers landscapes and cities, but also reveals the deep connection between geography and literary creation, offering a unique perspective on the culture and soul of Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain Themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTravel literature with a literary and cultural focus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eExploration of Japanese geography as a narrative setting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLife and work of Japanese authors such as Osamu Dazai and Yukio Mishima.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eContrast between the urban modernity of Tokyo and the tranquility of rural enclaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSearch for the essence of profound Japan through literature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is aimed at lovers of travel literature who are looking for something more than a tourist guide. It is ideal for readers interested in Japanese culture, as well as those who enjoy the work of Japanese authors such as Dazai or Mishima. It will also appeal to those who appreciate an introspective travelogue that combines observation of the surroundings with personal and literary reflection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA unique perspective of Japan, seen through the prism of its classical and contemporary literature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA detailed tour of places with strong literary significance, offering keys to better understand the works of the authors mentioned.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA reading experience that merges travel narrative with literary essay, enriching both facets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe opportunity to discover corners of Japan far from mass tourist routes, from a cultured and personal viewpoint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor: Mourelo Gómez, Suso\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: La línea del horizonte ediciones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage: Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSubject: MODERN AND CONTEMPORARY FICTION, TRAVEL LITERATURE\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCollection: FUERA DE SI. CONTEMPORANEOS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBinding: Other\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublication date: March 2017\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of pages: 224\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 400 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial Assessment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the Boat to Ise is a solid proposal for the reader seeking a profound literary journey, far removed from conventional tourist guides. The work stands out for its ability to connect physical geography with the creative universe of great Japanese writers, offering a reading that is a pleasure for both the traveler and the literature lover alike. Its personal and reflective tone, combined with the choice of locations with strong symbolic meaning, make it a valuable addition to any library interested in Japanese culture.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LA LINEA DEL HORIZONTE EDICIONES","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53405826056539,"sku":"9788415958604","price":19.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978841595860.jpg?v=1781832601","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788415958604","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}