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Donald Keene

    Donald Keene was an American-born scholar of Japanese literature, serving as a historian, teacher, writer, and translator. His career was dedicated to fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation of Japanese literary works, particularly within Western contexts. Through his extensive scholarship and translation efforts, Keene played a pivotal role in bridging cultural divides and illuminating the richness of Japanese literary traditions for a global audience.

    Death in Midsummer and Other Stories
    The First Modern Japanese
    The Narrow Road to the Deep North and Other Travel Sketches
    Chronicles of My Life
    The Tales of Ise
    No Longer Human