A Budget of Letters from Japan: Reminiscences of Work and Travel in Japan (1889)

""A Budget of Letters from Japan: Reminiscences of Work and Travel in Japan"" is a book written by Arthur Collins Maclay in 1889. The book is a collection of letters that Maclay wrote to his family and friends while he was living and working in Japan. Maclay was a missionary and teacher who spent several years in Japan during the late 19th century. The book provides a unique perspective on life in Japan during this time period, as Maclay describes his experiences living in Japanese homes, teaching English to Japanese students, and traveling throughout the country. He also shares his observations on Japanese culture, customs, and traditions, as well as his thoughts on the political and social changes taking place in Japan at the time.Maclay's writing is engaging and descriptive, providing readers with a vivid picture of life in Japan during the late 19th century. He also includes several illustrations and photographs throughout the book, which further enhance the reader's understanding of the people and places he encountered during his time in Japan.Overall, ""A Budget of Letters from Japan"" is a fascinating and insightful book that provides a valuable glimpse into Japanese culture and society during a time of significant change and transformation.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.