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Synopsis
From the author of Silence, this powerful novel of ideas is also a sensitive and moving depiction of the trials of old age, set in the central region of Japan With two masterly portraits of two men who have lived their lives—both physically and metaphorically—under the shadow of the Akadeke volcano, this crucial work in Endo's oeuvre charts the conflicts between them, which have explosive results. This is the first paperback edition of one of Endo's greatest works.
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About the Author
Shusako Endo (1923–1996) is widely regarded as one of the greatest Japanese authors of the late 20th century, and the nation's leading Christian novelist. Born in 1923, he won many major literary awards and was nominated for the Nobel Prize several times. His novels, which have been translated into 28 languages, include Deep River, The Final Martyrs, A Life of Jesus, Scandal, Silence, and Wonderful Fool. Martin Scorsese's long-cherished film version of Silence is in production and due for release in 2013.
Language Notes
Text: English, Japanese (translation)
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- PublisherQuartet Books
- Publication date1981
- ISBN 10 0704333562
- ISBN 13 9780704333567
- BindingPaperback
- Number of pages175
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