My Japanese Wife: A Japanese Idyl

Name: My Japanese Wife: A Japanese Idyl
Author: Clive Holland

By Clive Holland

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A first-person narrator recounts marrying a mousmé, opening with a luminous tea-house encounter and following their early domestic life. He depicts her as dainty and doll-like, notes friends' sceptical warnings and a distant sister's likely disapproval, and lingers on sensory details of lantern-lit gardens, garments, and music. The narrative shifts between vivid atmospheric scenes and intimate portraiture to explore cross-cultural fascination, romantic infatuation, and the narrator's mixture of admiration, possessiveness, and occasional self-consciousness about his choice.

About the Author

Clive Holland

Clive Holland was a British author known for his travel writing and cultural observations. His works often explore the landscapes and people of various regions, providing readers with vivid descriptions and insights. Among his notable titles is "From the North Foreland to Penzance," which captures the charm of the English coastline. Holland also delved into international themes in "My Japanese Wife: A Japanese Idyl," reflecting on his experiences in Japan. His writings contribute to the literary heritage of travel literature, offering a blend of personal narrative and geographical exploration.