Runaway Horses by Yukio Mishima
The Sea of Fertility, 2
"Runaway Horses" is a novel set in 1930s Japan, revolving around a young, ultra-nationalist named Isao who becomes disillusioned with the political corruption and Western influence he perceives in his country. Driven by a fervent idealism and inspired by a historical manifesto, Isao forms a secret society with the aim of assassinating key political figures to restore the emperor's divine power and traditional Japanese values. As Isao's radical commitment deepens, the story explores themes of loyalty, honor, and the clash between modernity and tradition, culminating in a dramatic and tragic conclusion.
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- Published
- 1969
- Nationality
- Japanese
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 400-500
- Original Language
- Japanese
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