Kotto: Being Japanese Curios, with Sundry Cobwebs by Lafcadio Hearn

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Author Hearn, Lafcadio, 1850-1904
Illustrator Yeto, Genjiro, 1867-1924
Title Kotto: Being Japanese Curios, with Sundry Cobwebs
Contents The legend of Yurei-Daki -- In a cup of tea -- Common sense -- Ikiryo -- Shiryo -- The story of O-Kamé -- Story of a fly -- Story of a pheasant -- The story of Chugoro -- A woman's diary -- Heiké-gani -- Fireflies -- A drop of dew -- Gaki -- A matter of custom -- Revery -- Pathological -- In the dead of the night -- Kusa-Hibari -- The eater of dreams.
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Summary "Kotto: Being Japanese Curios, with Sundry Cobwebs" by Lafcadio Hearn is a collection of Japanese folklore and stories written in the early 20th century. The work encapsulates a variety of intriguing tales that delve into supernatural themes, cultural beliefs, and moral lessons reflective of Japanese society at the time. Through these narratives, Hearn provides a glimpse into the mysterious and fantastical elements of Japanese culture, often weaving in deeper philosophical insights. The opening of the book begins with a focus on various old stories, starting with "The Legend of Yurei-Daki," which tells of a haunting waterfall and a courageous woman named O-Katsu. As the tale unfolds, she is challenged by her friends to retrieve a money-box from the ghostly cascade, prompting a night-time venture filled with suspense and supernatural occurrences. The story juxtaposes elements of bravery against the harrowing realities of loss and the unknown, setting the tone for the exploration of curious themes in Hearn’s collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Short stories
Subject Japan -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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