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Spring Snow

Spring Snow

[Japanese] Yukio Mishima / People's Literature Publishing House /September 1, 2018

The four-part series of The Sea of Fertility is the last work of Japanese literary master Yukio Mishima, including Spring Snow, Galloping Horse, Akatsuki Temple and The Five Decays of the Celestial Being. Among them, Spring Snow, as the opening work, depicts the inner world of the protagonist Kiyoaki Matsueda and his unique fate with delicate and profound brushstrokes. This work not only shows the author's profound insight into human nature, but also reflects the complexity and contradictions of society through the relationship between Kiyoaki and the people around him. With his unique style and exploration of life and death, love and hate, beauty and ugliness, Yukio Mishima has endowed Spring Snow and the entire Sea of Fertility series with profound ideological connotations and artistic charm, making it a classic in the history of world literature. When appreciating this work, readers can not only feel the author's talent and emotions, but also have a deeper thinking about life and society.


Outline Notes

Summary of "Spring Snow"Chapter 1: KaruizawaSection 1: First Encounter with Satoko- Background: The narrator Kiyoaki Matsueda and his good friend Shigekuni Honda spend their summer vacation in Karuizawa. - Event: Kiyoaki encounters the beautiful noble lady Satoko and develops subtle feelings for her. - Character: Kiyoaki shows a transcendent aristocratic temperament and a desire for love. Section 2: Secret Confession- Development: Kiyoaki and Satoko begin to date secretly in a thatched hut away from the crowd. - Conflict: Kiyoaki&39;s feelings for Satoko deepen, while Satoko is anxious about her engagement. - Inner Monologue: Kiyoaki confesses his love to Satoko for the first time. Chapter 2: TokyoSection 1: Return to Reality- Environment: Kiyoaki returns to Tokyo to continue his studies. - Change: The relationship between Satoko and Kiyoaki becomes subtle due to distance and time. - Social: Kiyoaki participates in family and social activities, while Satoko is busy with her marriage. Section 2: Emotional entanglement - Contradiction: Kiyoaki tries to escape from his thoughts about Satoko, but becomes more aware of his love for her. - Struggle: Satoko struggles between morality and love and feels desperate. - Decision: Kiyoaki decides to propose to Satoko, but is rejected. Chapter 3: Spring SnowSection 1: The arrival of spring - Nature: The arrival of spring in Karuizawa symbolizes the cycle of life. - Mindset: Kiyoaki&39;s love for Satoko becomes more firm despite his disappointment. - Omen: The spring snow foreshadows the upcoming turmoil. Section 2: Tragic ending - Reunion: Kiyoaki and Satoko meet again when the cherry blossoms fall. - Ending: Satoko gives up all her savings to meet Kiyoaki, but their love ends in tragedy. - Symbolism: The spring snow symbolizes this pure yet tragic love. Chapter 4: EndgameSection 1: Separation and Reflection - Loneliness: Kiyoaki feels unprecedented loneliness because of Satoko&39;s departure. - Maturity: After experiencing this deep relationship, Kiyoaki begins to mature. - Farewell: Kiyoaki realizes that he must let go of the past and embrace the future. Section 2: The Price of Growth - Price: Kiyoaki&39;s growth comes at the cost of sacrificing the most precious love. - Enlightenment: He understands the impermanence of life and the heaviness of personal sacrifice. - End: The novel ends with Kiyoaki&39;s nostalgia for the past and uncertainty about the future.


Catchy Sentences

The following are wonderful sentences or paragraphs selected from Yukio Mishima's "Spring Snow". These sentences or paragraphs stand out for their profound meaning, unique perspective, beautiful language, wisdom or creativity. For readers, they are numbered and output in groups of three based on professionalism: Group 1 1. "He felt as if he was walking on a white spring snowfield, leaving deep footprints with every step, but was instantly covered by new snow." - Describes the protagonist's inner loneliness and confusion, as well as the inevitable traces and forgetfulness in life. 2. "The beauty of spring snow lies in its brevity and impermanence, just like cherry blossoms, which are stunning when in full bloom, but also foreshadow their impending demise." - Using spring snow as a metaphor, it explains the brevity and beauty of life, as well as the profound understanding of extinction. 3. "Her smile, like the first melting of spring snow, is warm and bright, but with a hint of untouchable distance." - Describes the heroine's smile, showing its charm of warmth and mystery. Group 2 4. "On that night when the spring snow was falling, he felt the impermanence and fragility of life for the first time, and also realized the power of love for the first time." - Narrating the protagonist's feelings in a specific environment, showing his inner growth and changes. 5. "The spring snow covered the earth, but it could not hide the scars in his heart. He stood in the snow, letting the cold air tear the pain in his heart." - With the spring snow as the background, it highlights the protagonist's inner pain and struggle. 6. "Her eyes were as pure as the spring snow, but bottomless, as if hiding endless secrets." - Describing the heroine's eyes, showing its depth and mystery. Group 3 7. "Against the backdrop of the spring snow, the world became so quiet and beautiful. He seemed to be in a dream and didn't want to wake up." - Describing the beautiful illusion brought by the spring snow, and the protagonist's escape from reality. 8. "The softness and coldness of the spring snow, like her kiss, is both gentle and cruel." - Using the spring snow as a metaphor, it describes the heroine's complex and contradictory emotions. 9. "He looked at the spring snow falling outside the window, and an inexplicable sadness surged in his heart. He knew that once something is lost, it will never come back." - Describing the heroine's helplessness and sadness in the face of loss, as well as his nostalgia for the past. Group 4 10. "The arrival of spring snow covered the earth with a layer of white coat, but it also covered the noise and ugliness of the world." - Explaining the purifying effect of spring snow on the world and criticizing the ugly reality. 11. "Her dance is as light and elegant as the spring snow, as if the whole world is spinning under her feet." - Describing the beauty of the heroine's dance, showing her unique charm and style. 12. "Against the backdrop of the spring snow, their love seemed so pure and beautiful. However, they both knew that this love was doomed to be short-lived." - Narrating a love story destined to be tragic, showing its purity and helplessness. Group 5 13. "When the spring snow melted, he felt the passing and impermanence of life. He knew that he had to cherish every moment in front of him." - Using the melting of spring snow as a metaphor, it explains the protagonist's profound understanding of the impermanence of life and his attitude of cherishing the present. 14. "Her tears were as crystal clear as spring snow, but full of endless sorrow and despair." - Describing the heroine's tears, showing her inner pain and struggle. 15. "With the company of spring snow, he walked through the most difficult journey of his life. Although that journey was bumpy, it also became his most precious memory." - Narrating the difficult time the protagonist spent with the company of spring snow, and the significance of this experience to his life. Group 6 16. "In the spring snow, he seemed to see his own shadow. That lonely and determined figure has been pursuing his own path." - Using the shadow in the spring snow as a metaphor, it shows the lonely and determined inner world of the protagonist. 17. "Her smile bloomed in the spring snow, as beautiful and moving as a flower. At that moment, he seemed to see the hope of the whole spring." - Describes the beauty of the heroine's smile in the spring snow, and the hope and strength it brings to the protagonist. 18. "Although the spring snow is cold, it also breeds new life. He believes that at the end of the cold, there will be a warm embrace waiting for him." - Using the coldness of the spring snow and the new life as a metaphor, it explains the protagonist's belief and expectation for the future. Group 7 19. "Against the backdrop of the spring snow, their friendship seems so firm and deep. No matter what difficulties and challenges they will face in the future, they will go through it hand in hand." - Narrating a story of firm friendship, showing its depth and beauty against the backdrop of the spring snow. 20. “When the spring snow fell, he felt the mystery and power of nature. He understood that he was just a tiny part of this world, but he also had a


Author Introduction

Yukio Mishima (original name: Kimitake Hiraoka) is a famous Japanese novelist, playwright, poet and filmmaker.< His works are well-known for their unique literary style and profound themes, and have had a profound impact on Japanese and even world literature.

Personal Basic Information Yukio Mishima was born on January 14, 1925 in Tokyo, Japan.

< His real name is Hiraoka Kimitake.

His family background is relatively wealthy.< His father is a government official and his mother is the daughter of a poet.

Yukio Mishima's childhood was spent in a strict family education and literary atmosphere, which had an important influence on his later literary creation.<

Education and Career Background Yukio Mishima studied law at Tokyo Imperial University (now Tokyo University), but his love for literature made him eventually give up his legal career and devote himself to literary creation.

His literary talent was already evident when he was a student.< His first novel, "The Thief", won the Shinchosha Literary Newcomer Award in 1949.

Writing career Yukio Mishima's writing career spanned several decades, and his works covered a variety of literary forms, including novels, dramas, poems, and film scripts.

< His representative works include "The Temple of the Golden Pavilion", "The Sea and the Poison", "Spring Snow", etc.

His works are known for their profound philosophical thinking, pursuit of beauty, and exploration of traditional Japanese culture.<

Style and themes of works Yukio Mishima's works are unique in style.

He is good at exploring the complexity of human nature through delicate psychological descriptions and complex character relationships.< The themes of his works are diverse, including the pursuit of beauty, thinking about death, the desire for power, and the exploration of personal identity.

Personal life Yukio Mishima's personal life is also full of drama.

< He is an openly homosexual and one of the founders of the Japanese right-wing group "Shield Society".

His love for traditional Japanese culture and the spirit of Bushido is reflected in his works.<

Social influence Yukio Mishima's works have had a profound impact on Japanese and even world literature.

His literary achievements have been widely recognized and he has won many literary awards, including the Akutagawa Ryunosuke Award, the highest honor in Japanese literature.< However, his extreme nationalist stance and eventual suicide also sparked widespread controversy.

Quotes and Comments Yukio Mishima's literary achievements have been highly praised by many authoritative media and experts.

< The New York Times once described him as "one of Japan's greatest modern writers.

" Haruki Murakami, a famous Japanese writer, also said that Yukio Mishima's works had a profound influence on his writing.<

Latest News Although Yukio Mishima committed suicide in 1970, his literary works are still widely followed.

In recent years, his works have been translated into many languages and published worldwide.< At the same time, research on his life and works is also deepening, providing us with a new perspective to better understand this literary giant.

Yukio Mishima's life was full of controversy, but his literary achievements are undoubtedly indelible.< His works not only provide us with a deep understanding of Japanese culture, but also provide us with rich materials for exploring universal themes such as human nature, beauty and death.


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