Description
A tense, emotionally charged exploration of desire and self-mythology, this novel follows a protagonist drawn into an intense relationship that blurs the boundaries between love, obsession, and the need to be seen. As feelings deepen, the story turns inward—examining how longing can become a form of discipline, and how the pursuit of intimacy can expose both vulnerability and pride. Mishima’s distinctive style—sharp, lyrical, and psychologically incisive—threads beauty and danger together, building a narrative where every gesture carries symbolic weight. At its core, the book grapples with themes of eros, identity, and the fragile line between devotion and self-destruction.
Available Editions
paperback
Vintage Internnational
Published Jan 1, 1999
200 pages
ISBN: 9780375705076
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Details
First Published
1950
Language
eng
Translation
From: jpn
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Thirst for Love by Yukio Mishima.