Norwegian Wood
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Summary
«Norwegian Wood» is a novel by Haruki Murakami that tells the story of Toru Watanabe, a young student in late 1960s Tokyo. Toru reminisces about his youth when he was in love with Naoko, the girlfriend of his best friend Kizuki, who committed suicide. Naoko struggles with mental health issues and retreats to a sanatorium. Meanwhile, Toru meets the lively and cheerful Midori, who helps him cope with loneliness and pain. The novel explores themes of love, loss, loneliness, and coming of age, immersing the reader in an atmosphere of melancholy and nostalgia.
Date of publication: 18 July 2024
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Genre: Novel