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Contemporary Fiction

The Face of Another

jp. 他人の顔 · 1964
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Interesting Facts

  • The book explores themes of identity and alienation through the story of a man who loses his face in an accident and is forced to wear a mask.
  • The protagonist experiences a deep internal conflict related to the loss of his appearance and attempts to forge a new identity.
  • The work touches on philosophical questions about what makes a person human and how appearance affects self-perception and the perception of others.
  • The book also examines the theme of social isolation and the difficulty in establishing genuine human connections.
  • The story unfolds in the form of a diary, allowing a deeper insight into the protagonist's thoughts and experiences.
The Face of Another
Date of publication: 2 November 2024
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Original titlejp. 他人の顔 · 1964