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Five By Endo: (New Directions Bibelots)
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Five Wonderful Stories By The Japanese Master. Winner Of Every Major Japanese Literary Prize, His Work Translated Around The Globe, Shusaku Endo (19231996) Is A Great And Unique Figure In The Literature Of The Twentient Century. Irrevocably Enmeshed In Japanese Culture, He Is By Virtue Of His Religion [Endo Was Roman Catholic] Irrevocably Alienated From It (Geoffrey O'Brian, Village Voice). It Is This Aspect That Has Made Endo So Particularly Intriguing To His Readership At Home And Abroad. Now Gathered In A New Directions Bibelot Edition Are Five Of Endo'S Supreme Short Stories Exemplifying His Style And His Interests, Presenting, As It Were, Endo In A Nutshell. Unzen, The Opening Story, Touches On The Subject Of Silence Endo'S Most Famous Novel That Is The Torture And Martyrdom Of Christians In Seventeenthcentury Japan. Next Comes A Fiftyyearold Man In Which Mr. Chiba Takes Up Ballroom Dancing And Faces The Imminent Death Of His Brother And His Dog Whitey. In Japanese In Warsaw A Business Man Has A Strange Encounter; In The Box, An Old Photo Album And A Few Postcards Have A Tale To Reveal. Finally Included Is The Case Of Isobe, The Opening Chapter Of Endo'S Novel Deep River In Which Isobe, A Member Of A Tour Group, Hopes To Find In India The Reincarnation Of The Wife He Took So Much For Granted.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Five by Endo'? A: The main theme of 'Five by Endo' revolves around the complexities of Japanese culture and the alienation experienced by individuals, particularly through the lens of religion, as seen in the stories of Shusaku Endo.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Five by Endo'? A: The author of 'Five by Endo' is Shusaku Endo, a prominent Japanese writer known for his profound exploration of faith, identity, and the human condition.
- Q: How many short stories are included in this collection? A: This collection includes five short stories that exemplify Shusaku Endo's unique style and thematic interests.
- Q: What is the format of 'Five by Endo'? A: The book 'Five by Endo' is available in a paperback format, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: In what year was 'Five by Endo' published? A: 'Five by Endo' was published in June 2000.
- Q: What is the page count of 'Five by Endo'? A: 'Five by Endo' has a total of 96 pages.
- Q: Is 'Five by Endo' suitable for readers unfamiliar with Japanese literature? A: 'Five by Endo' is suitable for readers unfamiliar with Japanese literature, as it provides accessible stories that introduce key themes and cultural elements unique to Japan.
- Q: Does 'Five by Endo' have any notable awards? A: Shusaku Endo, the author, has won numerous major Japanese literary awards, reflecting his esteemed status in literature.
- Q: What can readers expect from the storytelling style in 'Five by Endo'? A: Readers can expect a rich, introspective storytelling style that delves into deep emotional and philosophical themes, typical of Shusaku Endo's works.
- Q: Is there any specific story in 'Five by Endo' that reflects the theme of martyrdom? A: Yes, the opening story 'Unzen' touches on the theme of martyrdom and the historical context of Christian persecution in seventeenth-century Japan.