Milky Way Railroad
(Paperback)
Publishing Details
Milky Way Railroad
By (Author) Kenji Miyazawa
Translated by Joseph Sigrist
Translated by D.M. Stroud
Illustrated by Ryu Okazaki
Stone Bridge Press
Stone Bridge Press
2nd January 2008
United States
Classifications
General
Fiction
FIC
Physical Properties
Paperback
128
Width 134mm, Height 190mm, Spine 12mm
155g
Description
One night, alone on a hilltop, a young boy is swept aboard a magical train bound for the Milky Way. A classic in Japan, this tender fable is a book of great wisdom, offering insight into the afterlife.
One of Japans greatest storytellers, Kenji Miyazawa (18961933) was a teacher, author, poet, and scientist.
Author Bio
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.
