Description

Step into the surreal and haunting world of Haruki Murakami's imagination in this beautifully illustrated novella about a boy who finds himself trapped in a nightmarish library with no clear way out. When a mysterious girl and a tormented sheep man cross his path, the three unlikely companions must work together to uncover the secrets of their strange prison and plot their escape. Blending Murakami's signature magical realism with a darkly whimsical atmosphere, this uniquely formatted volume explores themes of isolation, connection, and the power of imagination in the face of the inexplicable. Featuring stunning full-color illustrations throughout and a compact, intimate design, this 96-page gem offers readers a distinctive entry point into one of the world's most celebrated authors' wildly inventive storytelling. A mesmerizing tale that will captivate book lovers of all ages, The Strange Library proves that sometimes the most unforgettable stories come in the smallest packages.

Available Editions

paperback edition cover

paperback

Knopf

Published Dec 2, 2014

97 pages

ISBN: 9780385354301

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Details

First Published

2014

Language

eng

Translation

From: jpn

Content Warnings

Content and trigger warnings for The Strange Library by Haruki Murakami.

Psychological Distress/Nightmarish Imagery
Imprisonment/Confinement