"Stray Leaves from Strange Literature" and "Fantastics and Other Fancies" by Lafcadio Hearn is a gathering of global myths and legends, likely from the close of the 1800s. This collection reveals Hearn's interest in unusual stories from different cultures, from Egyptian stories, to Indian legends, and folklore of the Pacific Islands. The book pieces together charming stories, full of imagination and descriptive writing, showing Hearn's goal of sharing the special beauty of unknown literatures. The beginning includes an insightful note from Hearn, explaining how he gathered and rewrote these stories, comparing his work to a merchant collecting small jewels and highlighting their beauty and strangeness. Initial stories include an Egyptian story, "Book of Thoth," about magic and living forever, where the main character, Noferkephtah, finds a powerful book that gives him great power but leads to sad consequences. This start sets the mood for the rest of the book, promising a trip through interesting myths and legends from around the world, aiming to connect cultures through the art of telling stories.
Stray leaves from strange literature; and, Fantastics and other fancies
By Lafcadio Hearn
Venture into a world where ancient myths and forgotten legends come alive through captivating tales of magic, mystery, and cultural wonder.
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About the AuthorYakumo Koizumi , born Patrick Lafcadio Hearn, was a writer, translator, and teacher who introduced the culture and literature of Japan to the West. His writings offered unprecedented insight into Japanese culture, especially his collections of legends and ghost stories, such as Kwaidan: Stories and Studies of Strange Things. Before moving to Japan and becoming a Japanese citizen, he worked as a journalist in the United States, primarily in Cincinnati and New Orleans. His writings about New Orleans, based on his decade-long stay there, are also well-known.
Yakumo Koizumi , born Patrick Lafcadio Hearn, was a writer, translator, and teacher who introduced the culture and literature of Japan to the West. His writings offered unprecedented insight into Japanese culture, especially his collections of legends and ghost stories, such as Kwaidan: Stories and Studies of Strange Things. Before moving to Japan and becoming a Japanese citizen, he worked as a journalist in the United States, primarily in Cincinnati and New Orleans. His writings about New Orleans, based on his decade-long stay there, are also well-known.
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