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After the Quake

Haruki Murakami
jp. 神の子どもたちはみな踊る · 2000
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Interesting Facts

Interesting Facts

  • The book consists of six stories, each connected to the 1995 Kobe earthquake, although the earthquake itself is not directly described.
  • Each story in the book explores the theme of human isolation and the search for meaning in life after a catastrophe.
  • Murakami uses the earthquake as a metaphor for the internal upheavals and changes occurring in his characters' lives.
  • The stories often feature elements of magical realism, adding a unique atmosphere and depth.
  • Despite the common backdrop of disaster, each story is unique and explores different aspects of human nature and relationships.
After the Quake
Date of publication: 27 February 2025
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Author: 
Haruki Murakami
Original title: jp. 神の子どもたちはみな踊る · 2000
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