The Art of Japanese Zen Gardens as Reflected in a Metafictional Novel

Authors

  • Etsuko Tanaka-Karlic Department of Asian Studies, Victoria University

Abstract

Considering the garden as an art of expression with intention and design, the structure of a garden can be compared with the structure of verbal art. Elements of design such as stones, streams and plants are parallel to words in the text and the system of arrangement is equivalent to the narrative devices. Through this visual narrative structure one central focus and theme can be developed in a garden.

Author Biography

Etsuko Tanaka-Karlic, Department of Asian Studies, Victoria University

Department of Asian Studies, Victoria University

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