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Contemporary Fiction

Dance Dance Dance

jp. ダンス・ダンス・ダンス · 1988
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Interesting Facts

  • The book is a continuation of the novel «A Wild Sheep Chase» and completes the trilogy started with «Hear the Wind Sing» and «Pinball, 1973».
  • The main character, an unnamed narrator, works as a freelance writer and tries to find his former lover who disappeared under mysterious circumstances.
  • The book features a mystical Dolphin Hotel, which plays an important role in the plot and symbolizes the transition between reality and fantasy.
  • One of the key characters is the Sheep Man, a mysterious creature who helps the main character in his search and gives him important advice.
  • The novel explores themes of loneliness, alienation, and the search for meaning in life, which are characteristic of Murakami's works.
  • The book contains many references to pop culture, music, and literature, creating a unique atmosphere and helping to deepen the understanding of the characters' inner worlds.
Dance Dance Dance
Date of publication: 18 July 2024
Last updated: 19 July 2024
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Dance Dance Dance
Original titlejp. ダンス・ダンス・ダンス · 1988