The Wild Geese by Ōgai Mori
Set in early 20th-century Tokyo, this poignant narrative explores the intersecting lives of a young woman named Otama and a university student, Okada. Otama, trapped in a loveless relationship with a wealthy moneylender, yearns for freedom and genuine affection. Her path crosses with Okada, who becomes an object of her silent admiration and hope. As the story unfolds, themes of societal constraints, unfulfilled desires, and the pursuit of personal liberation are intricately woven, reflecting the tensions between tradition and modernity in a rapidly changing Japan. The novel captures the essence of longing and the quiet struggles of individuals seeking their place in a world that often seems indifferent to their dreams.
The 13327th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1911
- Nationality
- Japanese
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 150-200
- Original Language
- Japanese
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- Alternate Titles
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- Gan
- The Wild Goose
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- 100 Must-Read Classics in Translation (Bookriot)