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The Old Capital (古都, Koto) is a novel by Japanese writer Yasunari Kawabata first published in 1962. It was one of three novels cited by the Nobel Committee in their decision to award Kawabata the 1968 Nobel Prize in Literature. The Old Capital was first translated into English in 1987 by J. Martin Holman.
- 康成 川端, J. Martin Holman
- 1962
Jan 1, 2006 · With the ethereal tone and aesthetic styling characteristic of Kawabata's prose, The Old Capital tells the story of Chieko, the adopted daughter of a Kyoto kimono designer, Takichiro, and his wife, Shige.
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The Old Capital. Paperback – Jan. 10 2006. by Yasunari Kawabata (Author), J Martin Holman (Translator) 4.3 218 ratings. See all formats and editions. A young woman in historic Kyoto grapples with secrets from her past in this lyrical work of Japanese literature from a Nobel Prize-winning author.
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- Yasunari Kawabata
Jan 10, 2006 · With the ethereal tone and aesthetic styling characteristic of Kawabata's prose, The Old Capital tells the story of Chieko, the adopted daughter of a Kyoto kimono designer, Takichiro, and his wife, Shige.
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- 康成 川端, J. Martin Holman
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Jan 10, 2006 · The Old Capital. A young woman in historic Kyoto grapples with secrets from her past in this lyrical work of Japanese literature from a Nobel Prize–winning author.
- Catapult, 2006
- Yasunari Kawabata
- The Old Capital
Set in the traditional city of Kyoto, Japan, this deeply poetic story revolves around Chieko who becomes bewildered and troubled as she discovers the true facets of her past. With the harmony and time–honored customs of a Japanese backdrop, the story becomes poignant as Chieko’s longing and confusion develops.
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Sep 11, 2009 · The old capital. by. Kawabata, Yasunari, 1899-1972. Publication date. 1987. Publisher. San Francisco : North Point Press. Collection. internetarchivebooks; americana; inlibrary; printdisabled.
