Blind Willow, Sleeping Woman
(Author) Haruki MurakamiA Young Man Accompanies His Cousin To The Hospital To Check An Unusual Hearing Complaint And Recalls A Story Of A Woman Put To Sleep By Tiny Flies Crawling Inside Her Ear; A Mirror Appears Out Of Nowhere And A Nightwatchman Is Unnerved As His Reflection Tries To Take Control Of Him; A Couple S Relationship Is Unbalanced After Dining Exclusively On Exquisite Crab While On Holiday; A Man Follows Instructions On The Back Of A Postcard To Apply For A Job, But An Unknown Password Stands Between Him And His Mysterious Employer. In Each One Of These Stories Murakami Sidesteps The Real And Sprints For The Surreal. Everyday Events Are Transcended, Leaving The Reader Dazzled By This Master Of His Craft.Blind Willow, Sleeping Woman Is Murakami S Most Eclectic Collection Of Stories To Date, Spanning Five Years Of His Writing. An Introduction Explains The Diversity Of The Author'S Choice.
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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