Deep River by Shūsaku Endō
"Deep River" is a profound exploration of faith, suffering, and redemption, told through the intertwined narratives of four Japanese survivors of World War II. Each character carries their own personal trauma and guilt, leading them on separate spiritual journeys that converge at India's holy Ganges River. As they grapple with their pasts and seek forgiveness and meaning in their lives, the novel delves into themes of cultural clash, religious conflict, and the human capacity for love and understanding amidst pain.
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- Published
- 1993
- Nationality
- Japanese
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 288
- Original Language
- Japanese
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