Noh, Or Accomplishment: A Study Of The Classical Stage Of Japan is a book written by Ernest Francisco Fenollosa and originally published in 1916. The book is an in-depth exploration of the Noh theater, a traditional form of Japanese drama that dates back to the 14th century. Fenollosa, an American scholar and art historian, spent several years living in Japan and studying the Noh theater, and this book is the result of his extensive research.The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different ...
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Noh, Or Accomplishment: A Study Of The Classical Stage Of Japan is a book written by Ernest Francisco Fenollosa and originally published in 1916. The book is an in-depth exploration of the Noh theater, a traditional form of Japanese drama that dates back to the 14th century. Fenollosa, an American scholar and art historian, spent several years living in Japan and studying the Noh theater, and this book is the result of his extensive research.The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of the Noh theater. Fenollosa begins by providing an overview of the history and development of the Noh theater, including its origins in the courtly culture of medieval Japan. He then goes on to discuss the various elements that make up a Noh performance, including the music, dance, and costumes.Throughout the book, Fenollosa provides detailed descriptions and analyses of various Noh plays, including their plots, characters, and themes. He also discusses the role of the audience in Noh performances, as well as the cultural and historical context in which the plays were written and performed.Overall, Noh, Or Accomplishment: A Study Of The Classical Stage Of Japan is a comprehensive and scholarly exploration of one of Japan's most important cultural traditions. It is an essential read for anyone interested in Japanese theater, history, or culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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