The Ten Loves of Mr Nishino
(Author) Hiromi KawakamiOver the course of his life, Mr Nishino falls hopelessly in love again and again. One woman is a colleague, another a chance encounter; one is the girlfriend of a classmate, another the best friend of Nishino's latest conquest. Some are entranced by Nishino, others care more for their freedom, their children - or their cats. As we come to learn of the torments, desires and delights of each woman, a portrait emerges of a complicated man whose great capacity for love may well be the cause of his downfall.
Hiromi Kawakami
Hiromi Kawakami is a renowned Japanese author known for her novel "Strange Weather in Tokyo." Her minimalist and poetic style captures the quiet moments of everyday life with profound depth. Kawakami's unique perspective and exploration of human relationships have made her a leading voice in contemporary Japanese literature.