Volume 54 of the Iwanami Shoten's Japanese Thought Series, "Yoshida Shoin." It is not suitable for beginners, as it contains a lot of classical Chinese and does not include modern Japanese translations. (From the obi) "The meaning of the 'confusion' and 'loneliness' he constantly faced has tended to be relatively disregarded. This volume mainly includes 'Letters' (245 letters), as well as records such as 'Diary of a Journey to the West,' 'Diary of a Journey to the Northeast,' and 'Memoirs.' This explores the way of life, feelings, and thoughts of Shoin, whose life itself can be considered his 'main work,' and especially the polarity and dynamism in his views on the nation, foreign countries, loyalty, and scholarship." - Publisher: Iwanami Shoten - Published: November 22, 1978, First Edition, First Printing - Size: 22.4cm x 16cm x 4.1cm The outer case has yellowing and stains (Photos 11, 12). There is insect damage on the spine of the binding (Photos 13, 14). *Please understand that this is a home-stored item before purchasing. *I am also listing other books from the Iwanami Shoten Japanese Thought Series. In addition, I am listing many other books, including books that I and my family purchased in the Showa era, so please take a look if you like. (You can see them by tapping the # tags below) ↓ #YuzumochiIwanamiShotenJapaneseThoughtSeries #YuzumochiShowaRetroBooks #YuzumochiBooks