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Breasts and Eggs

By Mieko Kawakami
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Breasts and Eggs by Mieko Kawakami is a profound exploration of womanhood, identity, and societal expectations in contemporary Japan. It follows Natsu, an aspiring writer, and her sister Makiko, who travels to Tokyo seeking breast enhancement. The narrative delves into themes of motherhood, personal choice, and the pursuit of individuality, offering an intimate and thought-provoking look at the lives of these modern Japanese women.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy exploring complex themes of womanhood, identity, and societal expectations through compelling character-driven narratives. With an intimate and introspective look at the lives of women in contemporary Japan, it delves into the emotional and physical aspects of their experiences, offering a poignant reflection that resonates universally.

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Mieko Kawakami's internationally bestselling novel about three contemporary Japanese women struggling to find peace and futures they can call their own.

This edition replaces ISBN 9781509898213.

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On a hot summer's day in a poor suburb of Tokyo we meet three women: thirty-year-old Natsuko, her older sister Makiko, and Makiko's teenage daughter Midoriko. Makiko, an ageing hostess despairing the loss of her looks, has travelled to Tokyo in search of breast enhancement surgery. She's accompanied by Midoriko, who has recently stopped speaking, finding herself unable to deal with her own changing body and her mother's self-obsession. Her silence dominates Natsuko's rundown apartment, providing a catalyst for each woman to grapple with their own anxieties and their relationships with one another. Eight years later, we meet Natsuko again. She is now a writer and find herself on a journey back to her native city, returning to memories of that summer and her family's past as she faces her own uncertain future.

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Renowned for its powerful and insightful narrative, Breasts and Eggs by Mieko Kawakami explores themes of female oppression, body image, and motherhood within a contemporary Japanese setting. Reviewers have praised its boldness, emotional depth, and unique perspective, highlighting its fusion of humour and empathy. Kawakami's work is acknowledged for its vivid portrayal of Tokyo life and her fearless examination of societal norms, establishing her as a significant voice in international literature.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781529074413

Publisher: Pan Macmillan

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 10 June 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Picador

Contributors:

  • Translated by Sam Bett
  • Translated by David Boyd
  • Translated by David Boyd
  • Translated by Sam Bett

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 30.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 307g

Pages: 432

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About the Author

Mieko Kawakami is the author of the internationally best-selling novel, Breasts and Eggs, a New York Times Notable Book of the Year and one of TIME's Best 10 Books of 2020. Born in Osaka, Kawakami made her literary debut as a poet in 2006, and published her first novella, My Ego, My Teeth, and the World, in 2007. Her writing is known for its poetic qualities and its insights into the female body, ethical questions, and the dilemmas of modern society. Her works have been translated into many languages and are available all over the world. She has received numerous prestigious literary awards in Japan for her work, including the Akutagawa Prize, the Tanizaki Prize, and the Murasaki Shikibu Prize. She lives in Tokyo, Japan.

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