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.

Date of publication: 2 November 2024
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Genre: Contemporary Fiction
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