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“Avevo imparato ad atteggiare le labbra al sorriso di chi la sa lunga sulle vicende del mondo, un sorriso simile a quello di un giovane sacerdote. Avevo il senso di non essere né vivo né morto.”

Quote by Yukio Mishima

Work

Confessions of a Mask

This novel delves into the intricate mind of its central character, narrating a series of confessions that reveal the protagonist's innermost thoughts and experiences, offering a profound exploration of identity and self-discovery. more

Author

Yukio Mishima
Yukio Mishima

Yukio Mishima was a Japanese author and playwright, a prominent figure in post-war Japanese literature. His works, characterized by a fusion of traditional Japanese aesthetics and modernist techniques, often explored themes of tradition, ritual, and the samurai code. more

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