A Spectator's Handbook of Noh (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

Upton, Murakami

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1333805608 ISBN 13 : 9781333805609

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

This book presents a unique collection of Noh plays, an ancient Japanese theatrical art form with a rich history spanning centuries. Developed in the 14th century by renowned playwrights Kanami and his son Zeami, Noh has been carefully preserved, with its distinctive conventions and techniques remaining virtually unchanged to this day. The plays in this book, some of which were written by Zeami himself, offer profound insights into Japanese aesthetics, philosophy, and history. Through their symbolic language, evocative imagery, and subtle choreography, they explore themes of beauty (yugen) and impermanence, drawing upon classical literature, folklore, and historical events. Whether you are a seasoned theater enthusiast or a curious newcomer, this book provides an invaluable opportunity to delve into the captivating world of Noh and appreciate its timeless artistry.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

We wish to express our heartfelt indebtedness to the book A GUIDE TO NOH by P. G. ON eill (IIINOKI SHOTEN, Tokyo Kyoto, 1953), without which this book could never have been made as it is; it gave us the inspiration and confidence to dare undertake such a forbidding task. The three volumes of JAPANESE NOH DRAMA (T he Nippon Gakujutsu Shinkcjkai, Tokyo, 1955, 1959, and 1960 respectively) were invaluable for the thirty Noh which they include, with the only full translations available in present-day English, detailed stage directions, voluminous notes on the complex background references, and superb introductory material. We recommend their perusal by anyone seeking the fullest appreciation of Noh. Arthur Waley sTHE No PLAYS OF JAPAN provided a valuable balance as a somewhat different point of departure and intention. These are the books on Noh in English which have helped us enrich our knowledge and understanding of Noh. In Japanese, the definitive masterpiece of Noh research YOKYOKU TAIKAN by Sanari Kentaro has been always at our side. We have mined a wealth of useful information from NOHGAKU KANSHO JITEN by Maruoka A kira. The staff of Wanya Publishing Company have given full measure of their energy, enthusiasm, and inexhaustible knowledge accumulated through generations of Noh practice and scholarship. All photographs are by Wanya, of HOSHO performances.
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About the Publisher

Forgotten Books is a publisher of historical writings, such as: Philosophy, Classics, Science, Religion, History, Folklore and Mythology.

Forgotten Books' Classic Reprint Series utilizes the latest technology to regenerate facsimiles of historically important writings. Careful attention has been made to accurately preserve the original format of each page whilst digitally enhancing the aged text.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Forgotten Books
• Date d'édition: 2018
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1333805608
• ISBN 13: 9781333805609
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 115
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