Haruki Murakami's Covid parable: The walled city of tranquility with no desire or pain, or the real world beyond full of suffering and contradiction.

  • Published In: Fortune.com, 2023. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

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  • Authored By: Yamaguchi, Mari 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses Japanese writer Haruki Murakami's reflections on the societal divisions created by recent global events, particularly Russia's invasion of Ukraine and the COVID-19 pandemic. In a speech at Wellesley College, he emphasized the growing tendency to build metaphorical walls that foster suspicion and isolation, contrasting this with the potential for seeking a more open and trusting society. Murakami's new novel, "The City and Its Uncertain Walls," explores these themes through its protagonist, who must choose between a tranquil, walled existence and the chaotic reality beyond. He believes that literature can play a role in addressing these challenges and fostering deeper understanding among people. [Extracted from the article]

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  • Source:Fortune.com. 2023/06, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Literature and Writing
  • Publication Date:2023
  • Accession Number:164200289
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