Nirvana Days (1909) - Cale Young Rice - Bog

Nirvana Days is a novel written by Cale Young Rice and was first published in 1909. The story is set in Japan and follows the life of a young American woman named Marjorie Emerson, who comes to Japan with her father, a diplomat. Marjorie is fascinated by the beauty and culture of Japan and quickly falls in love with the country. She also meets a young Japanese man named Matsuo, who becomes her guide and friend.As Marjorie spends more time in Japan, she becomes increasingly aware of the cultural differences between her own country and Japan. She struggles to reconcile her love for Matsuo with the expectations of her family and society. Meanwhile, Matsuo is torn between his love for Marjorie and his loyalty to his own culture and traditions.The novel explores themes of love, cultural identity, and the clash of cultures. It also provides a vivid and detailed portrayal of life in Japan during the early 20th century. With its engaging characters and beautifully crafted prose, Nirvana Days is a timeless classic that continues to captivate readers today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.