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The beauty of everyday things / Soetsu Yanagi ; translated by Michael Brase

This exposition of Japanese folkcraft philosophy explores the hallmarks of design, including simplicity, honesty, and the beauty of imperfection. It advocates for the value of handcrafted everyday objects over mass-produced items.

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