Mishima, Yukio
Thirst for Love
- ISBN 13:
- 9780099530275
- author:
- Mishima, Yukio
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Vintage Classics
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2009
- Pages:
- 208
- Dimensions:
- 12.9 x 1.4 x 19.6 cm
- Genre:
- Classic fiction
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Etsuko's life is one of quiet desperation, her days spent numbly submitting to the advances of her father-in-law. Yet, amidst the monotony, she finds herself drawn to the handsome young servant Saburo, his indifference only fueling her desire. In a desperate bid for his attention, Etsuko makes a catastrophic choice, one that will forever alter the course of her existence.
This sensuous and absorbing novel is a study of obsession, exploring the complex web of emotions that bind its protagonist to Saburo. With its vivid prose and unflinching portrayal of the human psyche, Thirst for Love is a gripping and thought-provoking read.
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