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“Men take their misfortunes to heart and keep them there.”

Quote by Ihara Saikaku

Book:Five Japanese Love Stories

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Five Japanese Love Stories

This book features a series of interconnected short stories that explore the complexities and nuances of love in various contexts within Japanese society. more

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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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