Yukio Mishima (1925-1970) completed his first novel the year he entered the University of Tokyo and his last novel the day of his death. He is the author of numerous novels, stories, plays, and essays. Gore Vidal once said of him: "I only regret we never met, for friends found him a good companion, a fine drinking partner, and fun to cruise with." Mishima committed suicide by ceremonial seppuku after a failed coup d'e'tat intended to restore pre-WWII power to the emperor of Japan.
Playwright/novelist Mishima's venture into film in 1966 forecast his suicide. Tons of extras mitigate the graphic sex and violence. Available after 35 years. Copyright 2008 Reed Business Information.
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