{"product_id":"9788494286155","title":"The Lady Who Loved Insects","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Lady Who Loved Insects\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis volume brings together a selection of short stories from ancient Japan, compiled by an anonymous hand between the 11th and 12th centuries. The work, which gives the collection its title, tells the story of a young aristocrat who defies the rigid norms of the court by feeling a fascination for caterpillars instead of elegant butterflies. Through these narratives, the reader will discover the life, customs, and morality of a refined and decaying society, where aesthetics and appearance governed everything. It is a unique window into the dawn of world literature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe work is composed of several short stories that vividly portray the courtly society of 11th and 12th-century Japan. In the main story, a noblewoman causes the astonishment of those around her by showing an unconventional interest in insects in their caterpillar stage, rather than admiring butterflies, the symbol of beauty and elegance. This act of rebellion against decorum and social appearances is the axis of a story that explores the tension between nature and the artificiality of the court. The other stories complement this historical fresco, offering snapshots of daily life, love, etiquette, and the morality of a declining aristocracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eRebellion against social norms and courtly decorum.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe contrast between natural beauty and artificial, refined aesthetics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe decline of the aristocracy and the rigidity of etiquette in classical Japan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe morality and customs of the Heian court.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe role of women in a deeply hierarchical society.\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 readers interested in classical Japanese literature, short stories, and period narratives. It is ideal for those seeking to understand the roots of Japanese culture through its foundational texts, as well as for those who appreciate stories that combine social observation with subtlety and irony. It will also be attractive to students of comparative literature and fans of ancient Japanese history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book contributes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAccess to one of the oldest collections of stories in world literature, compiled in 11th-century Japan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn authentic and detailed vision of the life, morality, and customs of the Heian court.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA reflection on individual rebellion against social conventions and group pressure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe opportunity to learn about the work of one of the first recognized female writers in Japanese literature, Lady Koshikibu.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor: Anonymous\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: SATORI EDICIONES\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage: Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSubject: Modern and contemporary fiction, classic fiction, short stories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCollection: MASTERS OF JAPANESE LITERATURE\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBinding: Paperback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublication date: September 2015\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of pages: 176\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 265 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis edition by Satori Ediciones recovers a treasure of classical Japanese literature, offering the contemporary reader a sample of the oldest short narrative in the world. The title story stands out for its sharp social criticism and its portrait of a woman who dares to think for herself, a surprisingly modern theme for its time. The work is an excellent gateway for those who wish to explore the roots of Japanese culture and literature, presented with the quality and care that characterize the Masters of Japanese Literature collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SATORI EDICIONES C.B.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53407471141211,"sku":"9788494286155","price":18.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978849428615.jpg?v=1781856692","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788494286155","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}