David Galef's collection showcases a blend of humor and fear across a range of stories, from longer narratives to concise one-page wonders. Each piece invites readers to explore the complexities of human experience, revealing the unexpected connections between laughter and anxiety. Galef's unique storytelling style captivates with its wit and insight, offering a thought-provoking journey through the intricacies of life.
Featuring clever and imaginative storytelling, this collection showcases the author's unique voice and skill in crafting short fiction. Known for their novels Flesh and Turning Japanese, the author explores various themes and characters, offering readers a diverse range of narratives that challenge conventions and provoke thought. Each story invites reflection on the human experience, blending humor with poignant insights.
"Destroy a nation, but its mountains and rivers remain."—Japanese proverb This is a collection of 200 Japanese proverbs with illustrations and explanations for each saying. Japanese Proverbs: Wit and Wisdom is a delightfully illustrated compilation of traditional Japanese sayings and maxims. Some of the classic Japanese quotes and quotations, like "Fall down seven times, get up eight," capture the dogged perseverance of the Japanese heart. Others, such as "A red lacquer dish needs no decoration" illuminate both a universal truth and Japan's unique, aesthetic traditions. Japanese Proverbs: Wit and Wisdom has proverbs of great cultural significance as well as proverbs on matters of daily life and customs. Pleasing to expert and new-comer alike, the 200 traditional proverbs in this unique collection are presented in Japanese calligraphy form, along with direct English translations. Similar proverbs are given from English, and the sumi-e style ink drawings are a delight in their own right. Amateurs and Japanese language enthusiasts alike will speak Japanese with the verve and nuance of a native when they use these apt and witty expressions.
This collection features 200 traditional Japanese proverbs, each accompanied by illustrations and explanations, highlighting cultural significance and daily life insights. Classic sayings like "Fall down seven times, get up eight" embody perseverance, while others reveal aesthetic values such as "A red lacquer dish needs no decoration." Presented in Japanese calligraphy with English translations, the proverbs are complemented by similar English expressions and sumi-e ink drawings, making it an engaging resource for both language learners and cultural enthusiasts.
David Galef provides a guide to writing flash fiction, from tips on technique to samples by canonical and contemporary authors to provocative prompts that inspire powerful stories in a little space. Brevity is an indispensable resource for anyone working in this increasingly popular form.