Shaffer, Brian
Conversations with Kazuo Ishiguro (Literary Conversations)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781934110621
- author:
- Shaffer, Brian
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- University Press of Mississippi
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2014
- Pages:
- 224
- Dimensions:
- 152mm X 229mm
- Genre:
- Biography & Autobiography
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Conversations with Kazuo Ishiguro brings together nineteen interviews spanning over two decades, offering a comprehensive portrait of the author's career and influences. These conversations cover Ishiguro's six novels, as well as his short fiction, screenplays, and film adaptations, providing insight into his evolving understanding of himself, his Japanese heritage, and his use of English and Japanese history. Ishiguro's responses are full, thoughtful, and frequently witty, offering a unique perspective on the contexts and influences behind his work. The interviews were conducted with Ishiguro by prominent scholars and journalists from British, French, and American periodicals, as well as a conversation with acclaimed Japanese novelist Kenzaburo Oe. This collection provides a rich understanding of Ishiguro's literary career, making it an invaluable resource for readers interested in the author and his work.
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