“I drink out of desperation. Life is too dreary to endure. The misery, loneliness, crampedness - they're heartbreaking.[...] What feelings do you suppose a man has when he realizes that he will never know happiness or glory as long as he lives? Hard work. All that amounts to is food for the wild beasts of hunger.”
This book delves into the metaphorical and literal meanings of the setting sun, examining the transition from one phase to another in various contexts, such as personal growth, societal change, and the natural cycle of life. more
Osamu Dazai was a renowned Japanese author born on June 19, 1909, in Takamatsu, Shikoku, Japan. His works are known for their profound social criticism and unique literary style, with notable titles including 'The Buried Alive' and 'Fostering'. Dazai passed away on June 13, 1948. more
“It is the second job of literature to create myth. But its first job is to destroy it.”
“Perhaps the act of writing is necessary when nothing happens.”
“For clearly it is impossible to touch eternity with one hand and life with the other.”
“You have to always remember who your guest is, and thats who we cater to.”