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Quote by Eiji Yoshikawa

“A wise man who cultivates wisdom may sometimes drown in it.”

Book:Taiko: An Epic Novel of War and Glory in Feudal Japan

Work

Taiko: An Epic Novel of War and Glory in Feudal Japan

This novel delves into the tumultuous period of Japan's history, focusing on the struggles and triumphs of its people amidst the backdrop of war and political intrigue. more

Author

Eiji Yoshikawa

Eiji Yoshikawa was a distinguished Japanese novelist renowned for his historical novels. Born on August 11, 1892, in Tokyo, he was a prolific writer who delved into various facets of Japanese history and culture. Yoshikawa's works frequently portrayed the struggles and victories of ordinary individuals against the backdrop of significant historical events. His writing style was marked by its vivid descriptions and emotional depth, which struck a chord with a broad audience. He passed away on September 7, 1962. more

“To Kiyomori each stall, each soul here seemed borne under by the crushing weight of the world; everyone here was a pitiful weed, trodden underfoot -- a conglomeration of human lives putting down roots in this slime, living and letting live in the struggle to survive; and he was stirred by the fearful and magnificent courage communicated by the scene.”

World Humans Soul Struggle Scene Roots Weight Human Life Crush Weed Fearful Magnificent Pitiful Slime Weight Of The World

Author:Eiji Yoshikawa

“The line between life and death is not thicker than an eyelid.”

Lines Life And Death Eyelids Between Life And Death

Book:Way of Life and Death

Source: Way of Life and Death

“It does happen, of course, that the priesthood has been on bad terms with womankind for some three thousand years. You see, Buddhism teaches that women are evil. Fiends. Messengers of hell. I've spent years immersed in the scriptures, so it's no accident that you and I fight all the time.”