The nightless city; or, The "history of the Yoshiwara Yūkwaku" by J. E. De Becker
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"The Nightless City; or, The 'History of the Yoshiwara Yūkwaku'" by J. E. De Becker is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book explores the intricate workings and societal implications surrounding the Yoshiwara, a famous district in Japan known for its licensed prostitution. De Becker, drawing on his experiences as a long-term resident of Japan, provides an in-depth look at the regulations, customs, and subsequent cultural significance of
this unique social institution. The opening of the book sets the stage for its exploration by drawing attention to the complex relationship that society has with prostitution and how the Yoshiwara was established as a solution to manage this "necessary evil." De Becker discusses the evolution of the district, touching on its origins in the Tokugawa period and the various regulations imposed to control and contain the profession. He highlights the reasons for bringing brothels into a designated area, the social structure within Yoshiwara, and the integration of courtesans into the broader fabric of societal norms, indicating that an understanding of such customs can serve to offer valuable insights into the interplay between morality, legality, and human desire. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | De Becker, J. E. (Joseph Ernest), 1863-1929 |
|---|---|
| Title | The nightless city; or, The "history of the Yoshiwara Yūkwaku" |
| Original Publication | Japan: Max Nössler & Co.,1906. |
| Credits | an anonymous Project Gutenberg volunteer. |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 52.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | GT: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Manners and customs |
| LoC Class | HQ: Social sciences: The family, Marriage, Sex and Gender |
| Subject | Tokyo (Japan) -- Social life and customs |
| Subject | Geishas -- Japan -- Tokyo -- History |
| Subject | Prostitution -- Japan -- Tokyo -- History |
| Subject | Yoshiwara (Tokyo, Japan) -- History |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 69328 |
| Release Date | Nov 11, 2022 |
| Last Update | Jun 9, 2025 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1403 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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