Norwegian Wood
The classic Japanese love-story, now in a deluxe gift edition
(Author) Haruki MurakamiA beautifully packaged hardback edition of Haruki Murakami's breakout hit, now with a new introduction by the author When he hears her favourite Beatles song, Toru Watanabe recalls his first love Naoko, the girlfriend of his best friend Kizuki. Immediately he is transported back almost twenty years to his student days in Tokyo, adrift in a world of uneasy friendships, casual sex, passion, loss and desire - to a time when an impetuous young woman called Midori marches into his life and he has to choose between the future and the past. 'Evocative, entertaining, sexy and funny; but then Murakami is one of the best writers around' Time Out
Haruki Murakami
Haruki Murakami is a Japanese author known for his surreal and imaginative storytelling. His notable works include "Norwegian Wood," "Kafka on the Shore," and "1Q84." Murakami's writing style blends elements of magical realism with themes of isolation, nostalgia, and existentialism. He has been praised for his unique narrative voice and ability to create rich, atmospheric worlds. Murakami's work has had a significant impact on contemporary literature, influencing a generation of writers with his introspective and thought-provoking storytelling. His most famous work is arguably "Norwegian Wood," a coming-of-age novel that explores themes of love, loss, and memory.
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