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Hojoki

Visions of a Torn World
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Hojoki, penned by the Buddhist priest Kamo no Chomei in the early 13th century, chronicles the series of devastating calamities that struck Kyoto, the ancient capital. Witnessing starvation, fire, earthquakes, and typhoons, Chomei retreats to solitude in the mountains, seeking to escape worldly suffering through the elimination of desire. The work offers a poignant reflection on impermanence and human frailty, culminating in Chomei's profound self-questioning.
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This contemplative text suits readers interested in classical Japanese literature, Buddhist philosophy, and historical accounts of societal strife.

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An extraordinary literary work from the 12th century, a meditation on nature and mortality.

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Written by a recluse Buddhist priest, Kamo-no-Chomei, in the early 13th century, Hojoki is a social chronicle prompted by a series of calamities, personally observed by the author, that overtook the old capital of Kyoto.

By secluding himself in the forested mountains to the east, Chomei sought escape. By eliminating desire, he believed he would be spared the suffering and loss that had befallen the townspeople through starvation, fire, earthquake, and typhoon.

His literary witness can be read as a scathing commentary on the human condition, but at the end, we find Chomei consumed with self-doubt, questioning his own sanity and the integrity of his purpose.

Series: Rock Spring Collection of Japanese Literature

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781880656228

Publisher: Stone Bridge Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 16 July 1998

Country: United States

Imprint: Stone Bridge Press

Illustration: Illustrations

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Michael Hofmann

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 7.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 218.0mm

Weight: 127g

Pages: 96

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