Lo scudo dell'illusione. Racconti fantastici della letteratura giapponese moderna

Explore the world of modern Japanese fantasy literature through this anthology that features the works of six of the country's most celebrated authors: Natsume Sōseki, Yamamura Bochō, Yumeno Kyūsaku, Miyazawa Kenji, Unno Jūza, and Dazai Osamu. This collection includes fourteen of their most significant stories, each delving into the limitless potential of the fantasy genre. Experience Natsume Sōseki's Arthurian adventure in "The Shield of Illusion," Miyazawa Kenji's biting satire in "Obber and the Elephant," and Dazai Osamu's reflection on the power of friendship in "Run, Melos!" Discover the impact these influential writers had on modern Japanese literature and get lost in their imaginative and thought-provoking tales.