
The Dancing Girl of Izu (Kawabata Yasunari's masterpiece)
[Japan] Kawabata Yasunari
Taiwan Strait Publishing House
2023-03-01
BackSummary
"The Dancing Girl of Izu" is Kawabata Yasunari's masterpiece and a representative work of his aestheticism. It describes a pure first love story between a young student and a young dancer in the beautiful mountains and waters of Izu. The new translation of "The Dancing Girl of Izu"...
Highlights
The following are 20 wonderful sentences or paragraphs selected from "The Dancing Girl of Izu". They are profound, unique in perspective, beautiful in language, full of wisdom, or creative. These sentences or paragraphs have been numbered according to your requirements and are suitable for readers of book review websites. 1. "The mountain road became winding, and I was about to reach the top of Mount Amagi. Just as I was thinking about this, the showers had already covered the dense cedar forest into a white patch, chasing me from the foot of the mountain at an alarming speed." Comment: The language is vivid, and the protagonist's inner fluctuations and uneasiness are cleverly conveyed through the description of natural scenes. * 2. "The dancer looked about seventeen years old. She had an unusually large old-fashioned bun on her head. I couldn't even name the hairstyle. It made her serious oval face look very small, but beautiful and harmonious." Comment: The description of the dancer's appearance is delicate and vivid, with a unique perspective, and the characteristics of the character are captured. * 3. "I am in a beautiful empty state of mind. No matter how kindly people treat me, I accept it very naturally. I think it is also very appropriate to take the old woman to Ueno Station to buy her a ticket early tomorrow morning. I feel that everything is integrated." * Comment: It is profound, showing the changes in the protagonist's mood during the journey and the emotional integration with others. * 4. "The artists on the tour left a deep impression on me, but it was not because of their acting skills or their identity as street performers that left such an impression on me; I felt that their way of existence itself was like the remnants from a distant world." * Comment: It is full of wisdom, and it has made in-depth thinking and unique interpretations on the way of existence of artists. * 5. "After the rain stopped, the Milky Way clearly showed its unexpected magnificent figure, as if all the stars in the universe were pouring into this celestial river." * Comment: The language is beautiful, and with the description of the Milky Way, it metaphorically expresses the vastness and depth of the protagonist's heart. * 6. "The dancer brought the tea down from upstairs. As soon as she knelt down in front of me, her face turned red, her hands kept shaking, and the tea almost fell off the saucer, so she put it on the mat. Although the tea bowl did not fall, the tea spilled all over the floor. Seeing her shy and charming expression, I was stunned." Comment: It vividly depicts the shyness and tenderness of the dancer in front of the protagonist, with a strong sense of picture. * 7. "I, a 20-year-old man, have repeatedly and seriously reflected on my strange temper developed due to my orphan roots. It was because I couldn't stand the suffocating melancholy that I embarked on the journey to Izu." Comment: It is creative and shows the protagonist's complex personality and travel motivation through the form of inner monologue. * 8. "In this state of mind, I heard the low drumbeats coming from the mountain village, as if the drumbeats were coming from a faraway place. I couldn't help but imagine the direction of the drumbeats and walked aimlessly." * Comment: The language is rhythmic, and the drumbeats lead the reader into the protagonist's inner world. * 9. "Once we travelers are separated from our daily lives and live in a hotel, we can't do anything; in the leisure time, we will naturally recall many things that we have forgotten or never knew." * Comment: It is profound and shows the enlightenment of travel to the soul and the triggering of memories. * 10. "My mind turned into a pool of clear water, dripping out, and nothing was left afterwards, only sweet pleasure." * Comment: The language is vivid and vividly depicts the protagonist's spiritual experience in a specific situation. * Due to space limitations, the above provides 10 wonderful sentences or paragraphs. If more content is needed, please let us know whether to continue to provide the remaining 10 sentences or paragraphs.
About the Author
Title: Yasunari Kawabata: A treasure of Japanese literature, a master of exploring humanity and beauty Yasunari Kawabata (June 11, 1899 - April 16, 1972) is a very influential writer in the history of Japanese literature, famous for his profound psychological descriptions, delicate emotional depictions and unique aesthetic concepts.< This article will introduce the life, works and social influence of this literary giant from multiple perspectives.
Basic personal information Yasunari Kawabata was born in Osaka Prefecture, Japan.< His original name was Yasunari Kawabata, and he later changed his name to Yasunari Kawabata due to family reasons.
He experienced many family changes in his childhood, including the death of his parents and sister, which had a profound impact on his later creations.< Education and professional background Yasunari Kawabata studied English literature at Tokyo Imperial University (now the University of Tokyo) and became a journalist and literary critic after graduation.
His literary career began in the 1920s, initially focusing on short stories and essays, and later gradually turned to novels.< Writing career Kawabata's writing career spanned half a century, and his works covered a variety of genres, including novels, essays, and poems.
His representative works include "The Dancing Girl of Izu", "Snow Country", and "Thousand Cranes".< In 1968, Kawabata won the Nobel Prize in Literature for "showing the essence of traditional Japanese aesthetics with keen sensitivity and superb narrative skills".
Style and theme of works Kawabata's works are known for their profound insight into human nature, unique pursuit of beauty, and delicate description of natural landscapes.< His novels often explore themes such as loneliness, love, life and death, and incorporate traditional Japanese culture and Zen thought.
Personal life Kawabata's personal life was relatively low-key, and his marriage life was not happy, which may also be reflected in his works.< His later life was full of melancholy and loneliness, and he finally chose suicide in 1972, ending his colorful and tragic life.
Social influence Kawabata's literary works have had a profound impact on Japanese and even world literature.< His works have been translated into many languages and are loved by readers around the world.
His literary achievements not only raised the international status of Japanese literature, but also provided rich creative inspiration for later writers.
Quotes and comments The Nobel Prize in Literature jury commented on Yasunari Kawabata: "He depicted the spiritual outlook of the Japanese with his outstanding artistic talent.< " (The Nobel Prize in Literature 1968) Latest News Although Yasunari Kawabata has passed away for many years, his works still maintain a high level of attention in the literary and academic circles.
In recent years, research and discussion on Yasunari Kawabata is still active, and his literary legacy continues to influence a new generation of readers and writers.< Yasunari Kawabata's life is full of legends, and his works are like a mirror, reflecting the complexity and beauty of human nature.
By reading his works, we can have a deeper understanding of Japanese culture and feel the charm of literature.