Saiichi Maruya (1925-2012) Born in Tsuruoka City, Yamagata Prefecture. Graduated from the Department of English Literature, Faculty of Letters, University of Tokyo. Novelist, literary critic, translator, essayist. Member of the Japan Art Academy, Person of Cultural Merit, recipient of the Order of Culture. Representative works: "Sasamakura" (1966) "Toshi no Nokori" (1968) "Tatta Hitori no Hanran" (1972) "Uragoe de Utae Kimigayo" (1982) "Onnazakari" (1993) "Kagayaku Hi no Miya" (2003) Major awards: Akutagawa Prize (1968) Kawabata Yasunari Literary Award (1988) Order of Culture (2011) Gossip-like Japanese Language Theory By Saiichi Maruya Published by Bungeishunju, May 2004, first edition Size: 4x6, Price: 1,429 yen, 245 pages This book compiles three discussions on Japanese language theory, literary theory, and related themes. Language changes with the times; a nation's fate is determined by politics and economics, and that politics and economics are supported by "language," an important issue that should never be neglected. The Ministry of Education and the Japan Teachers Union should address this seriously. It examines the literary views of Shinobu Orikuchi and the literary position of Kyoka Izumi. The discussions feature Setouchi Jakucho, Nakamura Kanzaburo, and Moto Kida discussing philosophy. It suggests that philosophy books should be read as if they are interesting stories, just like one might read novels looking for something erotic. The book is in good condition for its age; please see the photos. We ask for the understanding of those who appreciate used books.