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Alison Fincher
Read Japanese Literature
A podcast about Japanese literature and some of its best works
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Ratings & Reviews
4.9 stars from 31 ratings
A thoroughly researched and interesting podcast that mixes history (for context) and literature.
Bookonaut via Apple Podcasts · Australia · 04/27/23
Excellent
What a wonderfully researched and produced podcast. The host has obviously thought deeply about the books and themes and each episode is filled with not only information, but a clear love and interest in the topics. Highly recommended.
chris_m_francis via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 04/11/23
What a great listen!
I took an intro to Japanese literature course in school and have been reading it ever since. Craving to broaden my understanding of Japanese literature, I searched for a podcast and struck gold! Alison is so clear and organized in their presentation of the history of Japanese literature, the...Read full review »
SeedyFilmz83 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/24/23
Recent Episodes
In part two of this three part episode, we're looking at the apocalyptic and dystopian fiction of Japan. We'll begin with the evolution of the idea of "the end of the world" in Japan, especially after Japan started importing American and European science fiction. We'll move on to Japanese...
Published 04/15/24
In part one of this three part episode, we're looking at apocalyptic and dystopian fiction as genres. Their origins in Western and Central Asia. Their evolution in Western Europe. And a history of English-language apocalyptic and dystopian storytelling that will provide us with context and a...
Published 04/01/24
Published 04/01/24
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