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Taiyō to tetsu

Taiyō to tetsu

BiographyBiography & Memoir
Pages
108
Published
1970
Language
English

Synopsis

In this profound autobiographical essay, Yukio Mishima explores the intricate relationship between the body and the intellect, and his personal journey to reconcile them. He delves into his rigorous physical training and philosophical reflections, seeking a harmonious ideal of action and aesthetics. This work offers a unique insight into the mind of one of Japan's most controversial literary figures, revealing the motivations behind his pursuit of physical perfection and his ultimate destiny.

Prose complexity
10/10

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Thought-ProvokingReflectivePhilosophicalIntellectual
Coming of AgeSacrifice

Genres

Biography Biography & Memoir Essays Philosophy Short Stories

Authors

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三島由紀夫

Kimitake Hiraoka (平岡 公威, Hiraoka Kimitake; 14 January 1925 – 25 November 1970), known by his pen name Yukio Mishima (三島 由紀夫, Mishima Yukio), was a Japanese writer, playwright, actor, martial artist, model, and the leader of an attempted coup d'état that culminated in his ritual suicide by seppuku. Mishima is considered one of the most important postwar stylists of the Japanese language. He was nominated for the Nobel Prize in Literature five times in the 1960s. His works include t...

Frequently asked questions

  • How does this book relate to Mishima's other works?

    This essay offers a direct, non-fictional insight into the philosophical underpinnings and personal motivations that informed much of Yukio Mishima's fictional output, particularly his recurring themes of the body, aesthetics, and death. It provides a crucial lens for understanding the author's broader literary and public persona.

  • Is this book considered controversial?

    This work is often discussed in the context of Mishima's later political actions and his ultimate destiny, making it a significant text for understanding the controversial aspects of his life and philosophy. It directly addresses his pursuit of an ideal that many found provocative.