Pinball, 1973
Interesting Facts
- The book is the second part of the so-called «Rat Trilogy», which begins with the novel «Hear the Wind Sing» and concludes with «A Wild Sheep Chase».
- The work contains autobiographical elements: the main character, like Murakami himself, runs a small bar.
- One of the central themes of the novel is the feeling of loss and nostalgia, characteristic of many of Murakami's works.
- The book describes the main character's obsession with pinball, symbolizing the search for meaning and order in a chaotic world.
- The novel was not translated into English until 2015, despite being published in 1980.
- The work contains elements of magical realism, giving it a mysterious and intriguing atmosphere.
- The book explores themes of loneliness and isolation, typical of Murakami's early works.
Date of publication: 22 November 2024
Updated: 14 November 2026
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Genre: Contemporary Fiction
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