{"title":"Steve Alpert","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the captivating works of \u003cem\u003eSteve Alpert\u003c\/em\u003e, an author whose writings transport readers to the heart of Japan. Known for his reflective and engaging style, Alpert offers a unique window into Japanese culture and life through his books, especially notable titles such as \u003cem\u003eKyoto Stories\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBased in Biography \u0026amp; Memoir, this collection provides an intriguing blend of personal anecdotes, historical insights, and cultural observations. Alpert's storytelling weaves the intricate tapestry of Kyoto's history and traditions with the nuances of everyday life, making it both educational and immersive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are a seasoned traveller, a history enthusiast, or someone simply curious about Japan, Steve Alpert's books offer a rare glimpse into the intricate beauty and complexity of one of the world's most fascinating cultures. Dive into his world and enrich your understanding of Kyoto and beyond.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"kyoto-stories-by-steve-alpert-9781611720747","title":"Kyoto Stories","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAn American student in 1970s Kyoto rambles among the city's beauties and traditions, learning as he goes.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDon Ascher is a young American living in Kyoto in the 1970s. He is a student of Japanese. He also teaches English, works at a shabu-shabu restaurant, and hangs out in the company of gangsters, hostesses, housewives, tea teachers, and fellow foreigners. Set amidst the timeless beauty of the ancient capital and its garish modern entertainments, this collection of fanciful episodes from Don's life is a window into Japanese culture and a chronicle of romance and human connections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe author has taken the experiences of one Don Ascher, an American living in Kyoto during the 1970s, and fashioned seven stories about one man's initiation into Japanese life as it was lived at that time in the small spaces and around the corners of the culture. The stories are full of interesting historical and cultural detail, and well describe\u003c\/b\u003e - Rebecca Otowa, author of \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eAt Home in Japan\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThese engaging stories bring to life what it was like to be a gaijin in 1970s Kyoto. From the tea ceremony to hostess bars, the narrative entertains as much as it informs. All in all, a delightful collection with many memorable moments.\u003c\/b\u003e - John Dougill, founder of Writers in Kyoto and author of \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKyoto: A Cultural and Literary History\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46844339257580,"sku":"9781611720747","price":34.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/23141283482761.jpg?v=1758836848"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/steve-alpert.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}