It hasn't faded over the years. That's because it conveys "life," something that is universal in every age... This is an exploration of the essence of the literature of Jiro Nitta, a rare author who pioneered a field that could be called the Mount Fuji series within the genre of mountain novels. Publisher: Sobunsha (2003/07) □ Condition There are no particularly noticeable scratches. Also, the text has no writing or highlighting and is in a clean condition. Overall, it is in good condition. Although we have checked it thoroughly, please understand that as it is a used item, there may be some overlooked scratches, stains, or highlighting.