The Factory by Hiroko Oyamada
The novel explores the surreal and monotonous lives of three employees working at a sprawling, enigmatic factory. Each character—an office worker, a document shredder, and a moss researcher—navigates the labyrinthine environment, where the boundaries between reality and absurdity blur. As they become increasingly absorbed in their repetitive tasks, the factory's bizarre ecosystem and the peculiar behaviors of its inhabitants highlight themes of alienation, the loss of individuality, and the dehumanizing aspects of modern work life. The narrative delves into the characters' internal struggles and the unsettling nature of their existence within the factory's confines.
The 17152nd greatest book of all time
- Published
- 2013
- Nationality
- Japanese
- Length
- Very Short
- Pages
- 100-150
- Original Language
- Japanese
- Avg User Rating
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(3.7)
- Alternate Titles
- None
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