OUT OF THE EAST (ROUTLEDGE REVIVALS)
ebook

OUT OF THE EAST (ROUTLEDGE REVIVALS) (ebook)

LAFCADIO HEARN

$1,260.00
IVA incluido
Editorial:
ROUTLEDGE
ISBN:
9781317430285
Páginas:
352
Formato:
Epublication content package
Idioma:
Inglés
DRM
Si

This book, first published in 1903, is an account of Lafcadio Hearn’s insights and experiences of Japan. Hearn, known also by the Japanese name Koizumi Yakumo, was an international writer who was best known for his books about Japan and Japanese culture. This book will be of interest to students of history and Asian Studies.

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  • SOME CHINESE GHOSTS
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