A Tale for the Time Being
(Author) Ruth OzekiIn the wake of the 2011 tsunami, Ruth discovers a Hello Kitty lunchbox washed up on the shore of her beach home in British Columbia. Within it lies a diary that expresses the hopes, heartbreak and dreams of a young girl desperate for someone to understand her. Each turn of the page pulls Ruth deeper into the mystery of Nao's life, and forever changes her in a way neither could foresee.Weaving across continents and decades, A Tale for the Time Being is an extraordinary novel about our shared humanity and the search for home.
Ruth Ozeki
Ruth Ozeki is a Japanese-American author known for her works that blend elements of fiction, memoir, and philosophy. Her most notable works include "A Tale for the Time Being" and "My Year of Meats," both of which explore themes of identity, memory, and cultural heritage. Ozeki's writing style is characterized by its lyrical prose, intricate storytelling, and deep exploration of complex issues. She has made significant contributions to literature by challenging traditional narrative structures and pushing boundaries in genre and form. "A Tale for the Time Being" is considered Ozeki's most famous work, winning numerous awards and critical acclaim for its innovative storytelling and profound reflections on the human experience.
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