This book includes: "Blind Story" and "Tattoo".
"Blind Story" is one of Tanizaki Junichiro's representative works in the period of returning to classical tradition. It uses the 66-year-old blind masseuse Yaichi to recall the history of his thirteen years of serving Oda Nobunaga's sister, Mrs. Aichi, and proposes that "erotica is the driving force that shakes history." Yaichi believes that even a hero like Toyotomi Hideyoshi has no different inner thoughts from an ordinary person like him. They both admire Mrs. Yachi's unparalleled beauty.
The world view of this work is clearly stated at the beginning of "Tattoo" - "Those with beautiful appearance are considered strong, and those with ugly appearance are considered weak." In order to become a strong person, "tattoos" as a symbol of beauty are indispensable. This short story was not only highly appreciated by Karika Nagai, but also allowed Tanizaki to enter the literary world as a new writer. It also announced the birth of Tanizaki aesthetics!
Reader comments
The storyline of this book is really exciting! "Blind Story" opened my eyes to the impact of erotica on history, while "Tattoo" showed the connection between beauty and power. The characters have distinct personalities and unique experiences. Junichiro Tanizaki's writing style is unique and imaginative, immersing me in his world. What a great book worth reading!
Great book, I think it makes sense that history is driven by men's desire for women.
The storyline of this book is really exciting! "Blind Story" opened my eyes to the impact of erotica on history, while "Tattoo" showed the connection between beauty and power. The characters have distinct personalities and unique experiences. Junichiro Tanizaki's writing style is unique and imaginative, immersing me in his world. What a great book worth reading!
Great book, I think it makes sense that history is driven by men's desire for women.