“If we live by subhuman means we might as well never have had the good fortune to be born human.”
Quote by Ihara Saikaku
Work
The Japanese Family Storehouse: Or, The Millionaire's Gospel Modernised. Nippon Eitai-gura, Or Daifuku Shin Chōja Kyō (1688)
This book, published in 1688, is a significant work in Japanese literature that delves into the concepts of family and economic prosperity. It offers insights into the traditional Japanese view of wealth and its role within the family unit, presenting a modernized perspective on these ancient values. more
Author
Ihara Saikaku
Ihara Saikaku was a Japanese poet renowned for his humorous and satirical works that vividly portrayed the Edo period. His most celebrated work, 'The Life of an Amorous Man', offers a satirical glimpse into the era's society. more
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