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288 pages • first pub 1994 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9781681372600
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: New York Review of Books
Publication date: 02 October 2018
Description
A collection of classic, fantastical tales from Northern Japan that are equal parts whimsical and sophisticated, perfect for readers of all ages. Kenji Miyazawa is one of modern Japan's most beloved writers, a great poet and a strange and marvelou...
Community Reviews Summary of 123 reviews
Moods
adventurous 50%
lighthearted 50%
mysterious 41%
emotional 33%
funny 33%
hopeful 25%
relaxing 25%
challenging 8%
inspiring 8%
sad 8%
Pace
fast 16%
slow 16%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 41% | Plot: 41% | N/A: 16%Strong character development?
No: 33% | N/A: 33% | It's complicated: 25% | Yes: 8%Loveable characters?
It's complicated: 41% | N/A: 33% | Yes: 25%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 66% | N/A: 25% | It's complicated: 8%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 41% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 16% | N/A: 16%Average rating
Content Warnings
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Animal cruelty, Animal death
288 pages • first pub 1994 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9781681372600
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: New York Review of Books
Publication date: 02 October 2018
Description
A collection of classic, fantastical tales from Northern Japan that are equal parts whimsical and sophisticated, perfect for readers of all ages. Kenji Miyazawa is one of modern Japan's most beloved writers, a great poet and a strange and marvelou...
Community Reviews Summary of 123 reviews
Moods
adventurous 50%
lighthearted 50%
mysterious 41%
emotional 33%
funny 33%
hopeful 25%
relaxing 25%
challenging 8%
inspiring 8%
sad 8%
Pace
fast 16%
slow 16%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 41% | Plot: 41% | N/A: 16%Strong character development?
No: 33% | N/A: 33% | It's complicated: 25% | Yes: 8%Loveable characters?
It's complicated: 41% | N/A: 33% | Yes: 25%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 66% | N/A: 25% | It's complicated: 8%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 41% | It's complicated: 25% | No: 16% | N/A: 16%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Animal cruelty, Animal death