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List of recommended commentaries on Disney as religious thought, history, and art

I think Japan is one of the countries in the world where Disney is unparalleled. I love Disney, too.

However, its popularity cannot be dismissed merely in terms of entertainment. There is no doubt that you will enjoy Disney even more if you know more about its history and depth.

In this article, we will introduce some recommended books that will also help you learn about Disney's history and philosophy.
Recommended Sightseeing Spots in RomeThe Rise and Fall of the Roman Empire, the Vatican, and Roman Catholicism

List of Recommended Reference Books on Rome - History, Culture, Religion, and Art! A list of great books that will make Rome more interesting!

In the previous article, "Monks' Recommendation: 15 Sightseeing Spots in Rome! From the Royal Road to Maniacal Churches, Taste the Ultimate in Beauty" introduced the recommended spots in Rome, and in this article, we will introduce a recommended reference and guidebook to enjoy Rome even more.

Please refer to each link for a more detailed discussion of the book.

Rome is so deep. It is like a bottomless swamp that the more you know about it, the more you become addicted to it. I, too, have become completely obsessed with this Roman wanderlust.

I hope this article has been helpful to you.
Travels in Rome" - Charms of the Theater City of Rome and Pilgrimage to Bernini

(6) A panoramic view of the Foro Romano from Palatine Hill! The marble of St. Peter's Basilica came from here!

Before I embarked on this journey, I was so immersed in the story of the rise and fall of ancient Rome that I ended up reading a variety of books.

Caesar, Cicero, Brutus, Augustus, Antonius, Cleopatra, Seneca, Caligula, Nero, Trajan, Hadrian, Marcus Aurelius, and many others who have left their mark on history lived here. How romantic!

After all, if you come to Rome, you must visit the Roman Forum. If you come to Rome, you must come here.

Even non-history buffs will be overwhelmed by the sheer scale of the amazing prosperity and collapse of 2000 years ago.
Travels in Rome" - Charms of the Theater City of Rome and Pilgrimage to Bernini

(5) The Colosseum, a symbol of ancient Rome, and Goethe Andersen: The Romanticism that Fascinated Men of Letters

The Colosseum is one of the most popular sightseeing spots in Rome, but it is still an interesting place. Not only the overwhelming visual effect of its gigantic appearance, but also the historical background is very interesting.

Although excavation and preservation have made it what it is today, the Colosseum was actually a grassy idyll until the late 19th century.

And as I gazed at the Colosseum, I could not help but be overwhelmed by Goethe's titanic figure. The Colosseum reminded me of Goethe's greatness. Goethe, Goethe, Goethe! You are still a fearsome superhuman! I can only bow down to you.
Travels in Rome" - Charms of the Theater City of Rome and Pilgrimage to Bernini

(3) Visit the long-established Caffe Greco in Rome - a sanctuary for artists where Goethe, Andersen, and Mendelssohn also frequented.

Located near Piazza di Spagna in Rome, Caffe Greco has become a mecca for lovers of literature, painting, and music, where Goethe, Andersen, Mendelssohn, Berlioz, and countless other famous people have spent time.

As you would expect from a long-established business with a history of over 200 years. It is also a great place to feel nostalgia.

I visited this place many times during my stay in Rome. No matter how many times I come here, it is always an exciting space. I was excited every time by the thought that the great people I admired were here.
A Taste of Goethe, Germany's Great Poet

Goethe's "Travels in Italy" Synopsis and Impressions - A masterful travelogue that had an enormous impact on 19th century Europeans.

In a sense, this travelogue may be said to be a book that provides insight into the mindset of an artist. I believe that "Travels in Italy" is a book that describes the process of how one perceives the world in front of one's eyes and how one penetrates into the secrets that lie deep within.

No wonder Europeans who admired Goethe's "Travels in Italy" set out to contemplate like him. It is a very cool and interesting work!
The Rise and Fall of the Roman Empire, the Vatican, and Roman Catholicism

Toshiro Nakajima, "The English Way of Travel: From Grand Tours to Garden Culture" - A recommended work explaining world travel as an essential culture for aristocrats!

この本を読んで、メンデルスゾーンがグランド・ツアーに出掛けた理由が鮮明に見えてきたような気がしました。自身の教養を高め、実践によって「正確にして繊細」な感性を養い、同時に世界各地で人脈も広げていく。当時の有力な子弟の黄金パターンとしてメンデルスゾーンが旅に出たことがわかります。

西欧の旅文化・美学を知れる非常に面白い本です！おすすめ！
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Andersen's "The Snow Queen" Synopsis and Comments - Consider the differences from the Disney film in "as it is".

This article will consider the differences between Andersen's original story and the Disney film, particularly with regard to "as it is".

In a sense, "Anna and the Snow Queen" is a mirror of the historical background and spirit of the times we are in. In other words, it is a projection of the demands, anxieties, and worries of our hearts.

I will discuss in this article what may be surprising to you.
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Andersen's Masterpieces: The Little Matchmaker / The Little Mermaid" - Andersen's fairy tales that only adults can read!

The first Andersen fairy tale since I was a child was far more profound than I had imagined.

There is a subtlety to the stories that only an adult can understand. The flavor of Andersen's fairy tales comes to us only when we have grown up, experienced many things, and have various thoughts about life.

Please enjoy this sadness and delicate sensitivity. It is really interesting. I recommend it!
The Amazing Life of Mendelssohn, the Miraculous Musician

Kyoko Nakano, "The Secret Love of Artists: Mendelssohn, Andersen and Their Times" - Unexpected relationship between Jenny Lind, a diva, and two

Mendelssohn, the most famous composer of the 19th century; Andersen, the Danish author of fairy tales; and Jenny Lind, the Swedish diva. These three great artists interweave in this story. And Kyoko Nakano's brushwork is brilliant and brilliant! Anyway, it is an interesting work! It was so interesting that I read it in no time at all. It is guaranteed to be enjoyable even if you are not a music fan!