# Tradition vs. Modernity in Short Fiction

> Theme guide for Short Fiction by Tanizaki Jun’ichirō.

The stories are set in a nostalgic Edo period, contrasting with emerging modern influences, such as the mention of a Dutch doctor's chloroform and the tension between old customs and changing social norms.

## Where it surfaces

- [Endnotes](https://www.betterreads.dev/discover/short_fiction_52_se/chapters/endnotes): The endnotes explain traditional customs such as Bon holidays, family succession, and geisha practices, contrasting them with modern perspectives.

## Links

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