Description
In the disintegrating marriage of Kaname and Misako, Junichiro Tanizaki masterfully explores the profound cultural shifts occurring in 1950s Japan. As their union unravels amidst extramarital affairs and contemplation of divorce, the couple becomes a microcosm of a nation grappling with the allure of Western ideals versus the preservation of tradition. Tanizaki's exquisite prose dissects the nuances of Japanese society, revealing the quiet struggles and unspoken tensions beneath the surface of everyday life. This novel offers a poignant examination of love, duty, and the complex evolution of cultural identity.
Available Editions
paperback
Vintage
Published Sep 26, 1995
225 pages
ISBN: 9780679752691
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Details
First Published
1960
Language
eng
Translation
From: jpn
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Some Prefer Nettles by Junichiro Tanizaki.