Milky Way Railroad

Milky Way Railroad - Paperback

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Milky Way Railroad - Paperback

Milky Way Railroad - Paperback

by Kenji Miyazawa
$14.95
$14.95

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by Kenji Miyazawa (Author), Joseph Sigrist (Translator), D. M. Stroud (Translator)

A timeless classic of Japanese children's literature: One night, alone on a hilltop, a young boy is swept aboard a magical train bound for the Milky Way.

This tender fable is a book of great wisdom and adventure, offering insight into the afterlife. Kenji Miyazawa (1896-1933), little known in his lifetime, went on to be one Japan's most celebrated literary figures of the early 20th century for his children's stories. Perhaps Miyazawa's most beloved story in Japan, this translation of the Milky Way Railroad is sure to delight both children and parents, and evoke the same wonder and poignancy familiar to fans of Studio Ghibli.


Author Biography

Kenji Miyazawa (1896-1933) was a teacher, author, poet, and scientist. His writings reflect his deep commitment to Buddhism as well as his interest in Western technology.

Joseph Sigrist lived in northern Japan for many years and has taught religion and Arthurian literature. D.M. Stroud is a poet, translator, and teacher who has lived in Japan since 1975.


Number of Pages: 128
Dimensions: 0.4 x 7.4 x 5.2 IN
Publication Date: January 01, 2008
ISBN9781933330402
Author Kenji Miyazawa
PublisherStone Bridge Press
GenreLiterature
FormatPaperback
PublishedJanuary 2008
LanguageENG- English
Pages128
Weight1.0 lb
Target AudienceKids
Print SizeStandard Print

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