Fear And Trembling by Amélie Nothomb
The book is a psychological exploration of the clash between Western and Eastern business cultures, as seen through the eyes of a young Belgian woman working for a major Japanese corporation in Tokyo. The protagonist's initial fascination with the company's traditional Japanese corporate culture turns into a harrowing psychological ordeal as she confronts extreme work ethic, rigid hierarchies, and the challenge of maintaining her identity in the face of overwhelming conformity. Through her experiences, the novel delves into themes of alienation, the search for self, and the often surreal nature of cross-cultural encounters.
The 7019th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1999
- Nationality
- Belgian
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 152
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- French
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