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In Praise of Shadows
Junichiro Tanizaki · 1933 · 56 pages
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A lyrical and contemplative essay by Japanese writer Junichiro Tanizaki that challenges the Western obsession with luminosity and clarity. Tanizaki celebrates the beauty found in shadows, dimness, and ambiguity, arguing that traditional Eastern aesthetics values what is veiled, suggested, and mysterious.
A profound meditation on taste, culture, and philosophy of life that invites the reader to rethink their own preconceptions about light, darkness, and beauty, offering Eastern perspectives that enrich the understanding of design, architecture, and sensory experience.
Book details
| Author | Junichiro Tanizaki |
|---|---|
| Year of publication | 1933 |
| Pages | 56 |
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