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Yuki-Onna (Woman of the Snow)
Yuki-Onna (Woman of the Snow)

Yuki-Onna (Woman of the Snow)

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This adaptation contains themes of supernatural events, life, death, and moral ambiguity. As a ghost story rooted in Japanese folklore, it includes elements of suspense and may explore complex emotional and existential themes. Readers should consider their comfort with such themes before engaging.

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Total Words 1476
Unique Words 504
Reading Ease
Total Words 1306
Unique Words 535
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Yuki-Onna (Woman of the Snow)

About the Author

Lafcadio Hearn (1850-1904) was a writer and translator known for his work in Japanese folklore and ghost stories. Of Greek-Irish descent, Hearn settled in Japan and became a pioneering figure in bringing Japanese culture to Western audiences. His works, such as Kwaidan: Stories and Studies of Strange Things, remain celebrated for their haunting atmosphere and vivid portrayal of supernatural traditions.

Story Overview

Step into the mysterious and haunting world of Japanese folklore with our leveled reading adaptation of "Yuki-Onna (The Woman of the Snow)" from Kwaidan: Stories and Studies of Strange Things. This story, steeped in supernatural intrigue, follows a young woodcutter named Minokichi as he encounters the enigmatic Yuki-Onna, a beautiful yet deadly spirit of the snow. Lafcadio Hearn’s tale explores themes of love, secrecy, and fate, capturing the eerie allure of Japanese ghost stories in this timeless classic.

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