No Longer Human

Style and Technique

No Longer Human by Osamu Dazai is written in the first person, creating an immersive and immediate experience of the protagonist's emotions. The author employs a prose style rich in psychological observations, allowing the reader to delve deeper into the protagonist's thoughts and sufferings. Literary devices such as internal monologue and vivid comparisons help create a dark yet captivating atmosphere. A distinctive feature of the structure is its division into short but intense chapters, each recounting key moments in the protagonist's life, revealing his degradation and search for the meaning of existence.