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Contemporary Fiction

After Dark

jp. アフターダーク · 2004
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Style and Technique

In «After Dark», Haruki Murakami employs a unique style that combines elements of magical realism and psychological analysis. The language of the work is characterized by conciseness and precision, allowing the author to create an atmosphere of mystery and tension. Murakami often uses symbolism and metaphors to convey the inner experiences of the characters and highlight themes of loneliness and the search for meaning in life. The narrative structure revolves around several parallel storylines that intertwine and interact with each other. The author employs shifts in perspective and time frames, allowing the reader to delve deeper into the world of the characters and feel their emotional states. Dialogues play an important role in the work, helping to reveal the characters' personalities and their internal conflicts. Murakami also uses elements of surrealism, creating an atmosphere of dreams and unreality, which enhances the sense of mystery and uncertainty of the events.

After Dark
Date of publication: 22 November 2024
Last updated: 1 July 2025
———Original titlejp. アフターダーク · 2004