Parsons, Alfred 1847-1920 creator text utu 2020 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Notes in Japan" by Alfred Parsons is a travel literature piece written in the late 19th century. The book details the author's journey through Japan, capturing its landscapes, culture, and flora through both narrative and illustrations. It appears to reflect a deep admiration for the Japanese scenery and an earnest attempt to communicate the aesthetics of the country as Parsons travels from Nagasaki to various picturesque locations, sketching scenes and engaging with local traditions. At the start of the work, Parsons recounts his arrival in Japan after a lengthy journey from Hong Kong. His first impressions of Nagasaki are overshadowed by dreary weather, prompting him to travel on to Kōbe, where he hears of a nearby village known for its beautiful plum orchards. The opening section details his experiences as he navigates through blossoming landscapes, engages with the local culture, and attempts to capture the essence of his surroundings through art. It sets a tone of exploration, appreciation, and a hint of the challenges he faces as an outsider in this fascinating land. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Illustrated by the author. Release date is 2020-08-14 Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) Original publication data not identified Japan -- Description and travel DS Original publication data not identified 04016702 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/62924 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/62924 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134441.0 62924