The Custom of the Country: Tales of New Japan (1899)

""The Custom of the Country: Tales of New Japan"" is a collection of short stories written by Mrs. Hugh Fraser and published in 1899. The book is set in Japan during the late 19th century and explores the customs and traditions of the country through the eyes of Western characters. The stories cover a range of topics, from love and romance to politics and social issues, and offer a unique perspective on Japan during a time of rapid modernization and cultural change. The characters in the book are diverse and complex, and the stories are filled with vivid descriptions of Japanese landscapes, customs, and traditions. Overall, ""The Custom of the Country"" is a fascinating glimpse into a moment in history and a culture that was both mysterious and alluring to Westerners at the time.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.