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Japan's Pre-Industrial Era
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The book "In Praise of Shadows" talks about the details of Japan's pre-industrial era, from the materials they used at home to the different lighting scenarios, and how their perspective changed after Western technology entered the picture.
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The book In Praise of Shadows is a small 80-page book that offers insights on looking at details and seeing things through other people's eyes.
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The book In Praise of Shadows is a small 80-page book that offers insights on looking at details and seeing things through other people's eyes. It's a great gift idea for friends who enjoy reading.
ChapterJapan's Pre-Industrial Era
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The book "In Praise of Shadows" discusses the differences in Japanese culture pre and post Western-influence in terms of how they lived their daily lives and their interior decorating.
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The book "In Praise of Shadows" discusses the differences in Japanese culture pre and post Western-influence in terms of how they lived their daily lives and their interior decorating. It emphasizes the importance of artificial lighting and natural materials, debunking the western view painting lacquer in gold as gaudy due to dim lighting.