MONKEY New Writing from Japan

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Volume 1: FOOD

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MONKEY New Writing from Japan presents a vibrant collection of contemporary Japanese literature, showcasing diverse voices and genres. The anthology features short stories, essays, and poetry, capturing the nuances of modern life and culture in Japan. Readers will be introduced to fresh perspectives and storytelling styles that highlight both tradition and innovation within Japanese literary arts.
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You might enjoy this book if you appreciate contemporary Japanese literature showcasing short stories, poetry, and essays from both established and emerging voices. This collection offers a vibrant glimpse into Japan's cultural and literary landscape, blending traditional and modern themes in a way that's both engaging and thought-provoking.

MONKEY New Writing from Japan

For readers who love Haruki Murakami and want to be introduced to other exciting contemporary Japanese writers, especially women writers

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For readers who love Haruki Murakami and want to be introduced to other exciting contemporary Japanese writers, especially women writers.

MONKEY New Writing from Japan showcases the best of contemporary Japanese literature. This first issue celebrates food and was published during the first year of the pandemic. It includes short fiction and poetry by writers such as Mieko Kawakami, Haruki Murakami, Hideo Furukawa, Hiromi Kawakami, Aoko Matsuda, and Kyohei Sakaguchi; new translations of modern classics; graphic narratives by Satoshi Kitamura and Jon Klassen; and contributions from American writers such as Steven Millhauser and Barry Yourgrau.

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Monkey: New Writing from Japan is praised for its eclectic and dynamic collection, featuring contributions from notable authors and directors such as Haruki Murakami and Hirokazu Koreeda. The anthology has been described as both playful and profound, with its unpredictable yet captivating content. It contains a variety of artistic expressions including short stories, poems, and illustrations, offering an engaging exploration of contemporary Japanese culture.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780997248067

Publisher: Stone Bridge Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 23 December 2021

Country: United States

Imprint: Stone Bridge Press

Illustration: color images throughout

Contributors:

Edited by Ted Goossen
Edited by Motoyuki Shibata

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 190.0mm

Height: 260.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 152

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Biography & Memoir Fiction General Fiction Literary Fiction Series: MONKEY New Writing from Japan

About the Author

TED GOOSSEN teaches Japanese literature and film at York University in Toronto. He is the editor of The Oxford Book of Japanese Short Stories. He translated Haruki Murakami's Wind/Pinball and The Strange Library, and co-translated (with Philip Gabriel) Men Without Women and Killing Commendatore. His translations of Hiromi Kawakami's People from My Neighbourhood (Granta Books) and Naoya Shiga's Reconciliation (Canongate) were published in 2020.
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