Tsushima, Yuko
Child of Fortune (Japanese Classics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780241675274
- author:
- Tsushima, Yuko
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin Classics
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 192
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 1.1 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Women, Fiction & Literature,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Child of Fortune is a powerful portrayal of a woman's innermost fears and desires. After a casual affair, Koko finds herself unexpectedly pregnant again, forcing her to confront the challenges of her already troubled relationship with her daughter.
This unflinching novel explores the complexities of family life and the secrets that bind us together. With its vivid prose and nuanced characters, Child of Fortune is a thought-provoking read for anyone interested in contemporary Japanese literature.
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