One Morning Like A Bird by Andrew Miller
Set against the backdrop of Tokyo in the late 1930s, the narrative follows Yuji Takano, a young poet navigating the complexities of life as Japan edges closer to war. As he grapples with personal aspirations and societal expectations, Yuji finds himself torn between his love for the arts and the mounting pressure to conform to the nationalistic fervor sweeping the country. Through his relationships with friends, family, and a burgeoning romance, Yuji's journey explores themes of identity, duty, and the inevitable loss of innocence in a world on the brink of transformation.
- Published
- 2008
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 300-350
- Original Language
- English
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(2.0)
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