The Life and Letters of Lafcadio Hearn, Volume 2

Name: The Life and Letters of Lafcadio Hearn, Volume 2
Author: Elizabeth Bisland

By Elizabeth Bisland

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A biographical volume compiling the later life and correspondence of Lafcadio Hearn, combining narrative chapters with personal letters and illustrations. It traces his arrival and adjustment in Japan, teaching posts, immersion in local religion and art, observations on language and culture, financial struggles and appeals for employment, domestic arrangements and family life, travel descriptions of places and folklore, and reproductions of handwriting, photographs, and documents that illuminate his temperament, aesthetic judgments, and scholarly pursuits.

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Elizabeth Bisland

Elizabeth Bisland was an American author and journalist known for her literary contributions in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. She is particularly recognized for her biographical works, including "The Life and Letters of Lafcadio Hearn," which provides insight into the life of the influential writer and cultural figure. Bisland's writing often reflects her interests in travel and philosophy, as seen in her work "Seekers in Sicily: Being a Quest for Persephone by Jane and Peripatetica." Her diverse body of work showcases her engagement with themes of identity and spirituality, marking her as a notable figure in American literary heritage.