And Then

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Meiji-era Japan's tension between tradition, modernity.

"And Then" by Soseki Natsume provides you with a window into the soul of early 20th-century Japan through the eyes of Daisuke, a character caught between the tides of change. If you're fascinated by the collision of old and new values and the personal journey of finding one's path amidst this turmoil, then this reflective novel will likely strike a chord with you. It's not just a story; it's a philosophical exploration of identity and societal expectations that still resonates today.

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And Then

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ISBN: 9784805311417
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
Date of Publication: 2011-09-10
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Literary Fiction
Goodreads rating: 3.9
(rated by 2032 readers)

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Sōseki Natsume is considered to be one of Japan's most beloved and respected authors. And Then is ranked as one of his most insightful and stirring novels. Daisuke, the protagonist, is a man in his twenties who is struggling with his personal purpose and identity as well as the changing social landscape of Meiji-era Japan. As Japan enters the Twentieth Century, ancient customs give way to western ideals, and Daisuke works to resolve his feelings of disconnection and abandonment during this time of change. Thanks to his father's wealth, Daisuke has the luxury of having time to develop his philosophies and ruminate on their meaning while remaining intellectually aloof from traditional Japanese culture and the demands of growing industrialization. Then Daisuke's life takes an unexpected turn when he is reunited with his college friend and his sickly wife. At first, Daisuke's stoicism allows him to act according to his intellect, but his intellectual fortress begins to show its vulnerabilities as his emotions start to hold greater sway over his inner life. Daisuke must now weigh his choices in a culture that has always operated on the razor's edge of societal obligation and personal freedom. "A Japanese writer of genius."—Japan Quarterly
 

Meiji-era Japan's tension between tradition, modernity.

"And Then" by Soseki Natsume provides you with a window into the soul of early 20th-century Japan through the eyes of Daisuke, a character caught between the tides of change. If you're fascinated by the collision of old and new values and the personal journey of finding one's path amidst this turmoil, then this reflective novel will likely strike a chord with you. It's not just a story; it's a philosophical exploration of identity and societal expectations that still resonates today.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.