[DeepL Translation - needs review] Memories of a girl's day with a beautiful friend, and the tragedy that befell a sister and brother who lost their parents. ...... Numerous sentimental stories delicately depict girls as lovely as flowers. An enduring classic that has been supported by maidens of all generations and called "the bible for schoolgirls.
(Translator: DeepL)
Breathtaking & Challenging
The imagery and allusions in this book are absolutely beautiful. Very vivid, descriptive, and evocative - visually, and emotionally. Every story is named after a different flower, with some thematic relevance, and each has its own unique setting, style and language. The reading level can vary significantly between stories. But if you're at a reading level where works from the 1920s (with modernized kana) are accessible to you, I absolutely recommend it.
The author (Yoshiya, Nobuko aka Hanamonog