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The Bells Of Old Tokyo: Meditations On Time And A City
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An Elegant And Absorbing Tour Of Tokyo And Its Residentsfrom 1632 Until 1854, Japans Rulers Restricted Contact With Foreign Countries, A Near Isolation That Fostered A Remarkable And Unique Culture That Endures To This Day. In Hypnotic Prose And Sensual Detail, Anna Sherman Describes Searching For The Great Bells By Which The Inhabitants Of Edo, Later Called Tokyo, Kept The Hours In The Shoguns City.An Exploration Of Tokyo Becomes A Meditation Not Just On Time, But On History, Memory, And Impermanence. Through Shermans Journeys Around The City And Her Friendship With The Owner Of A Small, Exquisite Cafe, Who Elevates The Making And Drinking Of Coffee To An Artform, The Bells Of Old Tokyo Follows Haunting Voices Through The Labyrinth That Is The Japanese Capital: An Old Woman Remembers Escaping From The American Firebombs Of World War Ii. A Scientist Builds The Most Accurate Clock In The World, A Clock That Will Not Lose A Second In Five Billion Years. The Head Of The Tokugawa Shogunal House Reflects On The Destruction Of His Grandfathers City: A Lost Thing Is Lost. To Chase It Leads To Darkness.The Bells Of Old Tokyo Marks The Arrival Of A Dazzling New Writer Who Presents An Absorbing And Alluring Meditation On Life In The Guise Of A Tour Through A City And Its People.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Bells of Old Tokyo'? A: The main theme of 'The Bells of Old Tokyo' revolves around the exploration of time, history, and memory, set against the backdrop of Tokyo's unique culture and its residents.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Bells of Old Tokyo' is Anna Sherman.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'The Bells of Old Tokyo'? A: The book was published on December 1, 2020.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Bells of Old Tokyo' have? A: The book contains 352 pages.
- Q: What binding type is used for 'The Bells of Old Tokyo'? A: This edition of 'The Bells of Old Tokyo' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is there a specific condition for this book? A: Yes, the item condition for 'The Bells of Old Tokyo' is listed as 'Good'.
- Q: What genre does 'The Bells of Old Tokyo' belong to? A: The book falls under the category of Asian & Asian American literature.
- Q: What can readers expect from the writing style of Anna Sherman? A: Readers can expect a writing style that is elegant and absorbing, characterized by hypnotic prose and sensual detail.
- Q: Does 'The Bells of Old Tokyo' include any illustrations or photographs? A: The product details do not mention any illustrations or photographs included in 'The Bells of Old Tokyo'.
- Q: What is the significance of the bells in the book? A: The bells symbolize the passage of time and serve as a connection to the historical and cultural heritage of Tokyo, representing the unique experiences of its residents.