THE INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER 'Lucid, earnest and disarming.' New York Times 'A perfect jewel of a novel.' LENA DUNHAM 'The sensuality is extraordinarily powerful.' Chicago Tribune Kitchen comprises Banana Yoshimoto's two classic tales about mothers, trans identity, bereavement, kitchens, love and tragedy. First published in 1987, it won two of Japan's most prestigious literary prizes, remained at the top of the bestseller lists for over a year and has gone on to be a much-loved international bestseller.
Banana Yoshimoto
Banana Yoshimoto is a Japanese author known for her novel "Kitchen," blending themes of love, loss, and healing with a minimalist prose style. Her works often explore contemporary issues faced by young adults in Japan, earning her a reputation as a leading voice in modern Japanese literature.
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