＊Please read the profile before purchasing. ◎ Prices may change depending on circumstances ↑↓ The book is in very good condition as shown in the photos. There are almost no scratches or stains. There may be extremely slight scuffs that are difficult to see in the photos. The yellowing is also minimal, as shown in the photos. In my opinion, it's a beautiful item, almost unused. The publisher is out of stock and there are no plans for a reprint, making it out of print. Resale value is also expected to be high. Those looking for this book should consider buying it immediately. "The Method of the Novel" Sei Ito Price: ¥760 + tax (¥836) 3rd printing, December 2015 Sei Ito (1905-1969) was highly conscious of method. This book was born from his earnest desire "to create a logical organization, in my own way, to understand modern Japanese literature." It is the fruit of his struggles, combining his long years of experience as a poet and novelist with his theoretical accumulation as a critic. (Commentary by Hideo Kamei) Sei Ito (January 16, 1905 - November 15, 1969) Japanese novelist, poet, literary critic, and translator. He was awarded the rank of Shogoi (Senior Fifth Rank). His decorations included the Order of the Sacred Treasure, Third Class. His real name was Hitoshi Ito. He served as a director of the Japan Writers' Association, a professor at the Tokyo Institute of Technology, a vice president of the Japan PEN Club, and the chairman of the Japan Modern Literature Museum. He was a member of the Japan Art Academy. He began as a lyrical poet, but later shifted his focus to novels and criticism, and proposed "New Psychological Realism" influenced by James Joyce and others. After the war, in addition to his prolific writing, he became one of the most famous critics, due to bestsellers and court cases. He aimed to theorize the autobiographical novel and also created his own works. His critical works include "The Method of the Novel," "Various Forms of Thought of Modern Japanese People," "The Falsehood of 'Love' in Modern Japan," and "History of the Japanese Literary World." "Flood," "Transformation," and "Excavation" are the three modern novels that follow in the footsteps of Natsume Soseki. ＊Mainly dealing with popular works and out-of-print paperback editions. Please check the seller's product list. #SeiIto #book