Kokoro by Sōseki Natsume
"Kokoro" is a novel that delves into the complexities of human relationships and the changing cultural climate of Japan at the turn of the 20th century. The story is narrated by a young university student who forms an unlikely friendship with an older man, referred to only as "Sensei". As their bond deepens, the young man learns of Sensei's tragic past, his feelings of guilt and regret, and his struggle to find peace. The novel explores themes of loneliness, betrayal, and the moral dilemmas of modern life.
The 1160th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1914
- Nationality
- Japanese
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 200-300
- Words
- 87,976
- Original Language
- Japanese
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