Thirst For Love by Yukio Mishima

The novel explores the complex emotional landscape of Etsuko, a young widow who becomes entangled in a web of unrequited love and desire while living with her late husband's family. Set in post-war Japan, Etsuko grapples with her feelings of isolation and longing as she develops an obsessive attraction to Saburo, a young servant on the family estate. Her internal turmoil and the oppressive atmosphere of the household highlight themes of passion, control, and the human yearning for connection, ultimately leading to a dramatic and poignant conclusion.

Published
1950
Nationality
Japanese
Length
Short
Pages
200-300
Original Language
Japanese
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(4.5)
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