Description
This powerful novel plunges into the heart of single motherhood, following Takiko as she defies societal pressures to raise her child alone. Facing emotional and physical abuse from her father and the pervasive prejudice against unmarried mothers, Takiko embarks on a solitary journey to find her own happiness and secure a future for her baby. Yūko Tsushima masterfully explores the profound loneliness and fierce resilience inherent in single parenthood, offering a deeply resonant and unflinching portrayal of a woman's struggle for autonomy and survival. The narrative captures the universal challenges of raising a child against the odds, making Takiko's experiences strikingly familiar even decades after its original publication.
Available Editions
paperback
Pantheon Books
Published Jan 1, 1991
275 pages
ISBN: 0394582381
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First Published
1980
Language
eng
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