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A review by vikart
No Longer Human by Osamu Dazai
challenging
dark
emotional
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I believe that "No Longer Human" can be summed up in 3 words: ironic, comical, tragic.
Ironically enough, the main character of "No Longer Human" is a prime example of what it is to be human and many others have followed a similar path of shame as he has.
Comically enough, the main character never realises how easily he could've continued blending into society. He was naturally smart and good looking, everything society wants, yet he is afraid of being stranded by the same society. They never would have, though, as it was proven time and time again that his actions didn't hinder his ability to create new relationships.
Tragically enough, the main character's life is very closely synonymous as the author writing this, yet this book is not meant to be a memoir.
Ironically enough, the main character of "No Longer Human" is a prime example of what it is to be human and many others have followed a similar path of shame as he has.
Comically enough, the main character never realises how easily he could've continued blending into society. He was naturally smart and good looking, everything society wants, yet he is afraid of being stranded by the same society. They never would have, though, as it was proven time and time again that his actions didn't hinder his ability to create new relationships.
Tragically enough, the main character's life is very closely synonymous as the author writing this, yet this book is not meant to be a memoir.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Addiction and Alcoholism
Minor: Rape