Hell Screen by Ryūnosuke Akutagawa is a powerful collection of Japanese short stories that explore the darkest corners of the human mind. In the title story, a proud court painter named Yoshihide becomes consumed by his desire to paint the perfect image of hell — a quest that drives him to horrifying extremes. Alongside “The Spider’s Thread” and “The Nose,” the book delves into themes of morality, vanity, guilt, and redemption, revealing Akutagawa’s deep understanding of human nature. With simple yet profound prose, he examines the thin boundary between good and evil, art and madness. Hell Screen stands as a timeless reflection on the moral struggles that define humanity.
| Persian Title | کتاب پرده جهنم |
|---|---|
| Genre & Theme | Psychological Fiction |
| Number of Pages | 217 |
| ISBN | 9789644480942 |
| Target Audience / Age Group | Adult |
| Weight | 200 g |
|---|---|
| Condition | New |
| Product Type | Classic Short Stories |
| Format | Paperback |
| Language | Persian |
| Origin | Japan |
| Genre | Psychological Fiction |
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