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Murder in the Age of Enlightenment: Essential Stories by Ryūnosuke Akutagawa

2 reviews

seaoftranquility's review against another edition

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The treatment towards women is disgusting. 
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sherbertwells's review against another edition

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challenging dark mysterious fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

The essential stories of the famous Japanese novelist, who balances a love for world literature with the anxieties of Taishō-era Japan. While the stories themselves weren’t particularly thrilling, they illuminate a smart and nervy author from whom I must read more.

“Isn’t there someone kind enough to strange me softly in my sleep?” (206)
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