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The Passenger: Japan (The Passenger, 1)
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A New Series From Europa Editions, The Passenger Collects The Best New Writing, Photography, Art And Reportage From Around The World.In This Volume:Ghosts Of The Tsumani By Richard Lloyd Parryliving In Shimokitazawa By Yoshimoto Bananawhy Japan Is Populistfree? By Ian Burumaplus: A Shinto Sect In The Shadow Of Power, Feeling Debts By Disappearing Into Thin Air, The Decline Of Sexual Desire, The Obsession With American Blues, The Strongest Sumo Wrestler Of All Time (Who Isns Japanese), The Revenge Of The Ainu And Much More...Visitors From The West Look With Amazement, And Sometimes Concern, At Japans Social Structures And Unique, Complex Culture Industry; The Gigantic Scale Of Its Tech Corporations And The Resilience Of Its Traditions; The Extraordinary Diversity Of The Subcultures That Flourish In Its Posthuman Megacities. The Country Nonetheless Remains An Intricate And Complicated Jigsaw Puzzle, An Inexhaustible Source Of Inspiration For Stories, Reflections, And Reportage.The Subjects In This Volume Range From The Japanese Veneration Of The Dead To The Tokyo Music Scene, From Urban Alienation To Cinema, From Sumo To Toxic Masculinity.Caught Between An Ageing Population And Extreme Postmodernity, Japan Is An Ideal Observation Point From Which To Understand Our Age And The One To Come.Some Japanese Stories End Violently. Others Never End At All, But Only Cut Away, At The Moment Of Extreme Crisis, To A Butterfly, Or The Wind, Or The Moon.Brian Phillips
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- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: This book has one hundred ninety-two pages. It's a paperback edition, making it easy to handle and read.
- Q: What are the dimensions of this book? A: The dimensions of this book are six point twenty-six inches in length, zero point seventy-five inches in width, and nine point four inches in height.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of this book is AA.VV. It is a collection featuring various contributors.
- Q: What genre does this book belong to? A: This book belongs to the literary genre focusing on travel and cultural reportage. It explores various aspects of Japan's society.
- Q: Is this book suitable for young readers? A: This book is generally intended for adult readers. It covers complex themes related to Japan's culture and society.
- Q: How can I read this book? A: You can read this book by purchasing it in paperback format. It is designed for casual reading and cultural exploration.
- Q: Is this book good for understanding Japanese culture? A: Yes, this book provides insights into Japanese culture. It covers a range of topics from social structures to subcultures.
- Q: How does this book approach its subjects? A: This book approaches its subjects through essays and reports. It combines writing, photography, and art to present a comprehensive view.
- Q: What themes are explored in this book? A: This book explores themes like urban alienation, traditional customs, and Japan's complex social dynamics. It offers a diverse perspective.
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- Q: Is this book part of a series? A: Yes, this book is part of a series titled 'The Passenger.' It collects various works from different authors.
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- Q: Does this book contain illustrations? A: Yes, this book includes illustrations and photographs that complement the text. They enhance the reading experience.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This book is bound in paperback. This type of binding makes it lightweight and portable.