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The Setting Sun: Japanese Post-War Sensibility, Michele Gibney
The Setting Sun: Japanese Post-War Sensibility, Michele Gibney
Michele Gibney
Osamu Dazai wrote The Setting Sun in the years directly following the end of World War II. The effects of Japan’s defeat in the War were clearly still felt, as evidenced by the characters and situations being expressed in this novel. In looking at the novel through a historical lens, I plan on placing it within the greater context of the times. I view Dazai’s work as a masterpiece at evoking the feelings that were seething beneath Japan’s conquered surface. In consequence of this, I believe that by examining the words, actions, and feelings of the characters, one can extend …
Spiritual Quest In Hojoki And Hosshinshu And The Duality Of Art And Religion, Michele Gibney
Spiritual Quest In Hojoki And Hosshinshu And The Duality Of Art And Religion, Michele Gibney
Michele Gibney
The individual’s quest for enlightenment in Japan is a serious one. One such individual from the medieval Japanese period will be the subject of this paper. Kamo no Chomei, a recluse, poet, and priest who lived from 1155-1216 strove to attain a religious awakening of the mind during the latter half of his life. The question of whether he succeeded or not is a difficult one to answer, however, by examining two of his major works—Hojoki and Hosshinshu—the nature of Chomei’s quest should become clearer. Although I do not believe Chomei found the enlightenment he sought; the quest itself and …
江戸時代女性の噂話:第一部： 都会の庶民の女性 : 町の女 ２, Cecilia (淑子） S. Seigle（瀬川） Ph.D.
江戸時代女性の噂話:第一部： 都会の庶民の女性 : 町の女 ２, Cecilia (淑子） S. Seigle（瀬川） Ph.D.
Cecilia S Seigle Ph.D.
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江戸時代女性の噂話 序言, Cecilia (淑子） S. Seigle (瀬川） Ph.D.
江戸時代女性の噂話 序言, Cecilia (淑子） S. Seigle (瀬川） Ph.D.
Cecilia S Seigle Ph.D.
No abstract provided.