Forbidden Colours by Yukio Mishima
"Forbidden Colours" is a deeply introspective novel that explores themes of beauty, youth, old age, love, and betrayal, set against the backdrop of post-war Japan. The story follows a young, beautiful man who is manipulated by an elderly writer to seek revenge on women. The young man's beauty becomes a weapon, while the old man's bitterness and jealousy drive the plot. The novel delves into the darker aspects of human nature and society's obsession with beauty, providing a stark commentary on the human condition.
The 2026th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1951
- Nationality
- Japanese
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- Unknown
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- Japanese
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This book is on the following lists:
- The Bigger Read List (English PEN)
- Select 100 (University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee)