Description
Ryūnosuke Akutagawa's final work, *Kappa*, plunges readers into a surreal and unsettling journey through the mind of a man alienated from society. Following a mysterious encounter during a hike, the narrator finds himself in a hidden land inhabited by the titular Kappa, creatures who offer a distorted reflection of human civilization. Through this allegorical world, Akutagawa masterfully critiques the societal norms, philosophical quandaries, and existential anxieties of his time. This "Gulliver-esque" tale serves as a profound, albeit dark, exploration of morality, art, and the human condition, solidifying its place as a significant, haunting masterpiece.
Available Editions
paperback
Editorial Alfa
Published Jan 1, 1985
92 pages
ISBN: 9788472228375
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Details
First Published
1933
Language
jpn
Translation
From: jpn
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Kappa by Ryūnosuke Akutagawa.