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The shrine is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Sheldon, Walter J. (1917–1996).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Shrine" by Walter J. Sheldon is a fantasy novella written in the mid-20th century. The narrative follows Edward Blair, a reporter for the English-language Tokyo Tribune, who reluctantly travels to a remote mountain to interview the monks of the Hataka shrine. The story explores themes of cultural understanding, the nature of reality, and the tension between scientific rationalism and mystical beliefs. As Edward Blair interacts with Naito, the high priest of the shrine, and Yuki, a mysterious young woman, he is drawn into their world of unusual phenomena that challenge his Western perspective. The narrative delves into Blair's skepticism as he dismisses Naito's mystical abilities as mere "magic tricks." However, he slowly begins to comprehend the deeper philosophical implications of Naito's teachings about psychokinesis and the limitations of Western scientific thinking. The encounter with Yuki evokes in him a profound emotional response, culminating in an understanding that transcends his initial cynicism, ultimately leaving him in contemplation about the nature of wisdom and control in a world steeped in mystery. Through this journey, Sheldon skillfully contextualizes a clash of cultures that speaks to the broader human experience.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The shrine
- Author credits: Sheldon, Walter J. (1917–1996)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Americans -- Japan -- Fiction
- Journalists -- Fiction
- Psychic ability -- Fiction
- Science fiction
- Short stories
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- Category: Novels
- Category: Science-Fiction & Fantasy
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