History of Japanese Literature in the 20th Century

Author: Ye Weiqiu Tang Yue Mei
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Publish Date: 2004-01-01
Features: This book systematically discusses the modern transformation of Japanese literature since the late 19th century, the initial introduction of Western literature, and the collision and integration of various heterogeneous Western literary trends and schools that came in the 20th century, achieving a process of Japanese localization. It also explores the historical experience of the fusion of Chinese and Western characters. Additionally, it briefly narrates the development of Japanese literature after World War II, from a focus on ideological forms and schools to a diversified path. The book provides systematic introductions to key writers and major works, enabling readers to comprehensively and selectively grasp and understand Japanese literature during this period.