Snow Country

Penguin Random House

ISBN: 9780241597361

Hardcover

Rs.800.00
Description

Snow Country is a classic Japanese novel that tells the story of a doomed love affair between a wealthy Tokyo intellectual and a rural geisha in the remote snow-covered mountains of western Japan. The novel captures the beauty and isolation of the setting while reflecting on the fleeting nature of human emotions and desires. Yasunari Kawabata's lyrical prose evokes the melancholy of love and the quiet beauty of life in a harsh environment.

Why Read This Book

  • A beautifully written novel by a Nobel Prize-winning author.
  • Evokes the unique beauty of Japan’s snowy landscapes and its cultural richness.
  • Explores themes of unrequited love, loneliness, and the passage of time.
  • Offers insight into traditional Japanese life and customs.
  • Kawabata’s poetic style makes this a literary treasure.

About the Author

Yasunari Kawabata (1899–1972) was a Japanese author known for his minimalist prose and exploration of Japanese aesthetics. He won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1968 for his masterful storytelling, with works like The Sound of the Mountain and The Old Capital gaining international acclaim.

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