“It is one of the enjoyments of retirement that you are able to drift through the day at your own pace, easy in the knowledge that you have put hard work and achievement behind you.”
Quote by Kazuo Ishiguro
Work
An Artist of the Floating World
This novel follows an aging artist who practices the traditional Japanese art of ukiyo-e, the floating world. Through his perspective, the narrative examines the tension between artistic tradition and the pressures of modernization that Japan experienced during the wartime and post-war periods. The story reflects on questions of duty, honor, and adaptation as the character navigates a transformed cultural landscape. more
Author
Kazuo Ishiguro
Kazuo Ishiguro is a Japanese-born British novelist known for his unique literary style and profound insights into human nature. His works often explore themes of memory, identity, and common human emotions. Born on November 8, 1954, Ishiguro's career began with the publication of his first novel 'When Breath Becomes Air' in 1982, which received widespread acclaim. more
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