The Romance of the Milky Way and Other Studies & Stories

By Lafcadio Hearn

Originally published in 1905, this work is a collection of writings by the American author Lafcadio Hearn. Hearn was a scholar of Japanese culture and society, eventually became a citizen of the country himself. This book is a collection of posthumously published essays that largely focus on Japanese poetry, legends, and the country's political issues.
It is beautifully written and a fascinating read for anyone with an interest in philosophical musings inspired by the intriguing culture of Japan. We are also republishing this work with a brand new introductory biography of the author.

• Language: English
• Publisher: White Press
• Release date: Feb 9, 2015
• ISBN: 9781473398962

Lafcadio Hearn

Lafcadio Hearn, also called Koizumi Yakumo, was best known for his books about Japan. He wrote several collections of Japanese legends and ghost stories, including Kwaidan: Stories and Studies of Strange Things.