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In Praise of Shadows
In Praise of Shadows

In Praise of Shadows

by and and

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An essay on aesthetics by the Japanese novelist, this book explores architecture, jade, food, and even toilets, combining an acute sense of the use of space in buildings. The book also includes descriptions of laquerware under candlelight and women in the darkness of the house of pleasure.
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Non Fiction Philosophy Culture Art Asian Literature Design Japan Asia Architecture Japanese Literature
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