Tales of Moonlight and Rain - (Translations from the Asian Classics (Paperback)) by Akinari Ueda (Paperback)

This masterpiece of Japanese literature, "Tales of Moonlight and Rain," is a collection of nine gothic tales that will transport you to a world beyond reason and logic.

With a unique blend of phrases from Japanese classics, creatures from Chinese and Japanese fiction, and lore, Akinari's prose creates an eerie beauty that has captivated readers for centuries.

From the vengeful ghost of a former emperor to a faithful revenant fulfilling a promise, these tales subtly merge the world of reason with the realm of the uncanny, exemplifying the period's fascination with the strange and grotesque.

With a new translation by a noted translator and scholar, this edition skillfully maintains the allure and complexity of Akinari's original prose, making it a must-read for fans of Japanese literature and those who appreciate the eerie and unsettling.

Don't miss out on this timeless work of great significance - get your copy of "Tales of Moonlight and Rain" today!