Can you recommend some stories from 'the penguin collection of japanese short stories'?

One great Japanese short story from Penguin Books could be 'The Dancing Girl' by Mori Ogai. It's a story that delves into themes of love, social status, and the consequences of one's actions. The vivid descriptions of the characters and the setting in Japan during that era make it a very engaging read.

There is also 'Palm-of-the-Hand Stories' by Yasunari Kawabata. These are really short and delicate stories that can give you a quick taste of Japanese literary charm.

The 'the penguin collection of japanese short stories' might be notable for its accessibility. Penguin is a well - known publisher, which means the collection could be widely available. It may also have useful translations for non - Japanese speakers. The stories within it could span different historical periods of Japanese literature, giving readers a broad view of how Japanese short - story writing has evolved, from classic tales to more contemporary works that reflect modern Japanese society and its values.

Sure. 'The Izu Dancer' by Yasunari Kawabata is often considered a great one. It beautifully depicts the encounter between a young student and a dancer during a trip.

Sorry, I haven't read the specific book so I can't recommend a particular story from it directly.

Sorry, I haven't read every story in it so I can't specifically recommend any. But generally, stories that have won awards or been highly praised in Canadian literary circles might be great picks from this collection.

I'm not sure exactly which authors are in this specific collection without looking at it. But generally, Penguin publishes works by well - known authors like Ernest Hemingway, Virginia Woolf, etc. So, there's a chance they could be in there.

Well, they often have a strong sense of place. For example, many stories will vividly describe the Japanese landscape, like the mountains, cherry blossoms, and traditional houses.

Sorry, I can't recommend specific stories without having read the entire collection myself. But generally, stories by well - known British authors in the collection are likely to be great reads.

Sorry, without having the book in front of me, it's hard to recommend specific stories. However, stories that focus on the individual's struggle in a fast - paced, urban environment are likely to be included. These can give great insights into the modern British psyche. Also, look for stories that play with different narrative structures, as contemporary writing often experiments in this area.