Quote by Lafcadio Hearn

I often imagine that the longer he studies English literature the more the Japanese student must be astonished at the extraordinary predominance given to the passion of love both in fiction and in poetry.

I often imagine that the longer he studies English literatur

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This quote suggests that a Japanese student studying English literature may be surprised by the significant emphasis on the theme of love in both fiction and poetry. The speaker implies that compared to Japanese literature, which may prioritize other themes or concepts, English literature places a special focus on this aspect of human experience. The quote highlights a potential cultural contrast in the treatment of love as a central theme in literature between Japan and English-speaking countries.

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