{"product_id":"9780241311905","title":"The Penguin Book Of Japanese Short Stories","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a celebrated anthology of Japanese short stories, spanning the modern origins of the 19th century to vibrant contemporary voices. It gathers a wide range of tones—from myth and horror to love, nature, and modern life—into a single, immersive reading experience. Designed for adult readers and literary enthusiasts who relish translated world fiction, the collection invites curiosity and thoughtful engagement.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePresented as a story-led, translated collection, the book showcases a chorus of voices from different eras and sensibilities. Its variety is its strength: brisk, eerie, tender, funny, and uncanny tales that reward careful reading. Readers move easily from one mood to another, guided by clear storytelling and careful editorial framing.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFor readers seeking cultural insight, the volume offers a cohesive panorama of Japanese storytelling. It blends mythic fables with modern life sketches, and it foregrounds the art of the short story—how a compact narrative can illuminate character, society, and imagination. The introduction provides thoughtful context that enriches each story without revealing too much, inviting further exploration.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eCurated range spanning late 19th century to contemporary voices\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThemes include myth, horror, love, nature, and modern life\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eConcise, evocative prose that rewards rereading\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAccessible translation and editorial framing that illuminate literary context\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMix of familiar classics and surprising new pieces to broaden taste\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eReaders finish with a richer sense of Japanese storytelling, gained cultural insight, and a renewed appetite for short fiction. The collection nurtures curiosity, appreciation for craft, and a lasting sense of wonder about how a single page can open a new world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Crossword.in","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48540518645977,"sku":"9780241311905","price":665.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0648\/3066\/9017\/files\/71ffThRCbiL._SL1500.jpg?v=1776682893","url":"https:\/\/www.crossword.in\/products\/9780241311905","provider":"Crossword.in ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}