The Makioka Sisters
Description
Set in Osaka on the cusp of World War II, this novel chronicles the lives of the four aristocratic Makioka sisters as they grapple with a rapidly changing world. The eldest sisters strive to maintain their family's fading prestige and traditions, while the younger ones navigate societal expectations and personal desires. Through their intertwined stories, the novel offers a poignant and detailed portrait of a family and a society caught between the past and the encroaching future. Jun'ichirō Tanizaki masterfully captures the delicate balance of decorum, obligation, and hidden heartache within Japan's upper class, creating a timeless exploration of tradition versus modernity.
Available Editions
paperback
Penguin Random House
Published Jan 1, 2019
576 pages
ISBN: 9781784875435
paperback
Unknown
Published Jan 1, 1968
530 pages
ISBN: 9780679760382
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Details
First Published
1943
Language
jpn
Translation
From: jpn
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