{"product_id":"9781942410119","title":"Motions and Moments: More Essays on Tokyo","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMotions and Moments\u003c\/em\u003e is the third book by Michael Pronko on the fluid feel and vibrant confusions of Tokyo life. These 42 new essays burrow into the unique intensities that suffuse the city and ponder what they mean to its millions of inhabitants.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBased on Pronko’s 18 years living, teaching and writing in Tokyo, these essays on how Tokyoites work, dress, commute, eat and sleep are steeped in insights into the city’s odd structures, intricate pleasures and engaging undertow.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIncluded are essays on living to size and loving the crowd, on Tokyo’s dizzying uncertainties and daily satisfactions, and on the 2011 earthquake. As in his first two books, this collection captures the ceaseless flow and passing flashes of life in biggest city in the world with gentle humor and rich detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“This book sparkles and succeeds as a love letter of sorts to Tokyo. The author’s writing is a joy to read, with wonderful phrasing and vivid descriptions…As someone who knows very little about Tokyo, I loved this book. As someone who appreciates good writing, I loved this book.” 4 out of 4 stars\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eOnlineBookClub.org\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a memoir to be savored like a fine red wine, crafted with supreme care by a man who clearly has fallen in love with his adopted city -- and we are the beneficiaries of his lyrical reflections, making us want to visit and absorb the rich megalopolis of Tokyo for ourselves.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublishers Daily Reviews \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach essay is like a self-contained explanation of one facet of life in the context of a grander conversation, and each one is a complete work in its own right… almost like a fictional novel of short stories and vignettes rather than a collection of essays.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRyan Jordan, \u003cem\u003eReader’s Favorite\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith each new essay opening yet another window into life in this magnificent city, the book vividly captures the depth and beauty of Tokyo, bringing to life the city and the lifestyle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFaridah Nassozi, \u003cem\u003eReader’s Favorite\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach of his essays brought me closer and closer to an appreciation of the complex and complicated place Tokyo is, and the lifestyles of those who call it home. His writing style is conversational and smooth, and I found that after finishing one essay I was eager to dive into the next one right away.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJack Magnus, \u003cem\u003eReader’s Favorite\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePraise for the first collection, \u003cem\u003eBeauty and Chaos: Slices and Morsels of Tokyo Life\u003c\/em\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"A clear-eyed but affectionate portrait of a city that reaches beyond simple stereotypes. An elegantly written, precisely observed portrait of a Japanese city and its culture.\" \u003cem\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cem\u003eBeauty and Chaos\u003c\/em\u003e is a spectacular read. Its essays are long enough to be cohesive and provocative while remaining short and sweet. The collection is masterful and unique.\" Stephanie Chandler, \u003cem\u003eSPR Review\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“He notices the kinds of things that might be taken for granted by the Japanese and overlooked entirely by visitors.” Rebecca Foster, \u003cem\u003eThe Bookbag\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGold Award First Place \u003c\/strong\u003efor Cultural Non-Fiction (Reader's Favorite Awards 2015)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGold Award\u003c\/strong\u003e (Non-Fiction Authors Association 2015)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAwards for the second collection, \u003cem\u003eTokyo’s Mystery Deepens: Essays on Tokyo:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGold Award\u003c\/strong\u003e for Creative Non-Fiction (\u003cem\u003eeLit Awards 2015\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSilver Award\u003c\/strong\u003e for Travel Essay (\u003cem\u003eeLit Award 2015\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Raked Gravel Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49786777764080,"sku":"9781942410119","price":15.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781942410119","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}