Meicho Fukkoku Zenshu: Kindai Bungakukan (Famous Books Reprint Series: Modern Literature Museum) Ukigumo (Drifting Clouds) - Part 1 & 2 By Futabatei Shimei Reprint of the June 1887 edition Published in the 27th edition, September 1985 Size: 4x6 (approx. 12.7cm x 18.2cm) This is a renowned work that marked the beginning of modern Japanese novels, written in the "genbun-itchi" style, which uses spoken language in novels. The protagonist, Utsumi Bunzo, begins to develop feelings for his cousin Osei while teaching her English at the boarding house. He thinks only of her even during work, and eventually loses his government job. Osei's mother, Omasa, dislikes his ineptitude and gradually finds him annoying. Osei also becomes tired of his idealistic attitude. At that time, Honda, a former colleague of Bunzo, appears. He is efficient and on the path to success, and begins to visit Osei frequently, becoming intimate with her. Bunzo is filled with anxiety, but still cannot confess his feelings to Osei. What will become of the relationship between these three? Part 1 Contents Chapter 1: Ah, the Strange Behavior of a Person Chapter 2: The First Peak of a Strange Love - Part 1 Chapter 3: The First Peak of a Very Strange Love - Part 2 Chapter 4: The Unspeakable Feelings in the Heart Chapter 5: A Difficult Problem Arising from a Misunderstanding Chapter 6: The Open Sea of Uncertainty Part 2 Contents Chapter 7: Chrysanthemum Viewing at Inukozaka Chapter 8: Chrysanthemum Viewing at Inukozaka - Continued Chapter 9: The Unyielding Stomach Chapter 10: Winning by Losing Chapter 11: An Island to Cling To Chapter 12: The Crossbill's Beak Protected by tissue paper, it is in relatively good condition for its age. Please see the photos. We appreciate your understanding of used books.