# The Pillow Book of Spring and Laughter “The Pillow Book of Spring and Laughter: Japanese Erotic Images in Modern Times” by John Stevens. Published in Tokyo by The East Publications in 2001, this is the **First Edition** of this richly illustrated study of Japanese erotic art and imagery from the Meiji, Taisho and Showa periods. The book explores the development of Japanese erotic imagery in modern times, presenting a wide variety of works and examining the relationship between traditional Japanese erotic art and changing expressions of sexuality and culture. A particularly attractive feature of this publication is its **bilingual Japanese and English text**, making it accessible to both Japanese and international collectors and researchers. The volume contains numerous illustrations and is an interesting reference work for collectors of Japanese art, shunga, erotic art, and modern Japanese cultural history. **Details** Title: The Pillow Book of Spring and Laughter Subtitle: Japanese Erotic Images in Modern Times Author: John Stevens Publisher: The East Publications, Tokyo Year: 2001 Edition: First Edition Languages: Japanese and English Binding: Hardcover with dust jacket Pages: 153 ISBN: 4-915645-20-7 **Condition** Very good overall condition. The book and dust jacket show some light signs of age and storage. Please examine the photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the condition description. A distinctive and beautifully presented reference book on Japanese erotic art, suitable for collectors of shunga and Japanese art.