Jim Rion reviewed Kwaidan by Lafcadio Hearn
"Kwaidan" translates from the Japanese as weird tales, which perfectly describes these haunting stories. This …
Review of 'Kwaidan' on 'Goodreads'
4 stars
This is an indispensable book for anyone interested in Japanese history, culture, and thought. The stories all hint at traditions and ideas that still influence Japan today, and are just plain interesting.
Except for the ant stuff. I'm still not sure what the point of all that was.