A valuable work by Akiyuki Nosaka that generated a lot of buzz. The book's obi (sash) reads, "All of this world is contained within a four-and-a-half-tatami-mat room of nine shaku square. Is there anyone who, as a human being, does not love beauty?" Please enjoy the stories of the great figures penned by Nosaka Sanjin. Published by Bungeishunju. First printing, February 25, 1977. We hope you understand that this is a used book before purchasing.