Gleanings in Buddha-Fields; Studies of Hand and Soul in the Far East (Tut Books. L) - Softcover

Hearn, Lafcadio

Softcover

ISBN 10: 080480978X ISBN 13: 9780804809788

Publisher: Tuttle Pub, 1971

Synopsis

Lafcadio Hearn's books continue to charm and captivate readers, as the exotic subjects about which he wrote charmed and captivated him, Gleanings in Buddha-Fields presents more Hearn magic as he enters into the spirit of Buddhism as though he were born into it. He writes of a trip to Kyoto, telling of hazy autumn rice fields, with dragonflies darting over the drooping grain; maples crimsoning above a tremendous gorge; ranges of peaks steeped in morning mist; and a peasant's cottage perched on the verge of some dizzy mountain road. Also, there are fine bits of realism, such as a cat seizing a mouse in the act of stealing the offerings placed in a Buddhist household shrine. This thought provoking reprint of an old favorite will delight people of all races and creeds.

About this title

About the Author:

Hearn (1850-1904) was born in Levkas, Greece, as the son of Greek and British parents. In 1869 he went to the United States and did various work, finally as a journalist. In 1890 he came to Japan and taught English in Japanese schools, and became a Japanese citizen under the name of Koizumi Yakuma. He died in Tokyo.

About this edition

• Publisher: Tuttle Pub
• Publication date: 1971
• ISBN 10: 080480978X
• ISBN 13: 9780804809788
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 301