Episode 90 - Fifty Shades of Wordplay
Podcast: History of JapanPublished On: Sat Feb 21 2015
Description: In the late 17th century, the popular writer Ihara Saikaku produced literature for mass entertainment and consumption. He became immensely popular, and remains widely read even centuries after his heyday. We'll explore his life, career, and legacy as we ask, "just how did a man making entertainment to pay his bills become one of Japan's most celebrated authors?"
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