There is a small tear on the top of the cover, but the text is in good condition considering its age. The obi (sleeve) has a tear as shown in the photo. As this is an old book, please refrain from purchasing if you are particular about its condition. Yumie Hiraiwa Onna no Shiki (Seasons of Women) Tokyo Bungeisha Published November 30, 1981, First Edition Kuniko suggested to her mother, Tomiko, that she live with her and her husband, but Tomiko insisted on living separately. Tomiko had three Saga brocade classes in Tokyo and seemed to be busy every day, so she only came to Kuniko's new home about once every ten days. However, after her grandchild, Eiko, was born, she started visiting about every other day. Tomiko also paid for much of the cost of the new home. Moreover, she saves the money that Kuniko gives her in Kuniko's name. A small incident arose regarding Tomiko's sixtieth birthday. ("Autumn Day") A collection of short stories woven with the shadows of women and human emotions.