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Wind/Pinball : Hear the Wind Sing and Pinball, 1973 (Two Novels) - Thryft
Haruki Murakami, Ted Goossen

Wind/Pinball : Hear the Wind Sing and Pinball, 1973 (Two Novels)

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NATIONAL BESTSELLERWind/Pinball, a unique two-in-one volume, includes, on one side, Murakami’s first novel  Hear the Wind Sing . When you flip the book over, you can read his second novel,  Pinball, 1973 . Each book has its own stunning cover.In the spring of 1978, a young Haruki Murakami sat down at his kitchen table and began to write. The two remarkable short novels— Hear the Wind Sing  and  Pinball, 1973 —that launched the career of one of the most acclaimed authors of our time.These powerful, at times surreal, works about two young men coming of age—the unnamed narrator and his friend the Rat—are stories of loneliness, obsession, and eroticism. They bear all the hallmarks of Murakami’s later books, and form the first two-thirds, with  A Wild Sheep Chase , of the trilogy of the Rat. Widely available in English for the first time ever, newly translated, and featuring a new introduction by Murakami himself,  Wind/Pinball  gives us a fascinating insight into a great writer’s beginnings.

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Norwegian Wood - Thryft
Jay Rubin, Haruki Murakami

Norwegian Wood

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Norwegian Wood could be a good read for someone interested in a moving and introspective novel about the complexities of relationships. The book takes the reader on an emotional journey through the protagonist's romantic encounters, causing them to reflect on their own experiences with love and heartbreak. The novel's portrayal of youth, expectation, and the role of love in shaping our lives is especially moving. Murakami's simple yet effective writing style and the beautiful imagery he creates combine to make this a truly unforgettable read.

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Norwegian Wood
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Haruki Murakami

Norwegian Wood

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"Norwegian Wood" might just linger in your thoughts long after you've turned the last page. It's Murakami at his finest, weaving a tapestry of emotions that resonate with the heartache and beauty of youth. The narrative takes you through a delicate dance of memories, drawing you into a world where love and pain are deeply intertwined. If you enjoy stories that explore the profundity of human connections and the passage of time, this book is a compelling pick.

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The Last Illusion - Thryft
Porochista Khakpour

The Last Illusion

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In a rural iranian village, zal's demented mother, horrified by the pallor of his skin and hair, becomes convinced she has given birth to a 'white demon'. She hides him in a birdcage and there he lives for the next decade. Unfamiliar with human society, zal eats birdseed and insects, squats atop the newspaper he sleeps upon and communicates only in the squawks and shrieks of the other pet birds around him. Freed from his cage and adopted by a behavioural analyst, zal awakens in new york to the possibility of a future. An emotionally stunted adolescent, he strives to become human as he stumbles toward adulthood, but his persistent dreams in 'bird' and his secret penchant for candied insects make real conformity impossible. As new york survives one potential disaster, y2k and begins hurtling toward another, 9/11, zal finds himself in a cast of fellow outsiders. A friendship with a famous illusionist who claims – to the bird boy's delight – that he can fly and a romantic relationship with a disturbed artist who believes she is clairvoyant, send zal's life spiralling into chaos. Like the rest of new york, he is on a collision course with devastation.

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Kafka on the Shore - Thryft
Haruki Murakami, Philip Gabriel

Kafka on the Shore

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An alternative cover for this ISBN can be found hereKafka on the Shore follows the fortunes of two remarkable characters. Kafka Tamura runs away from home at fifteen, under the shadow of his father's dark prophecy. The ageing Nakata, tracker of lost cats, who never recovered from a bizarre childhood affliction, finds his simple life suddenly turned upside down. Their parallel odysseys are enriched throughout by vivid accomplices and mesmerising dramas. Cats converse with people; fish tumble from the sky; a forest harbours soldiers apparently un-aged since WWII. There is a savage killing, but the identity of both victim and killer is a riddle.At once a classic tale of quest, Kafka on the Shore is also a bold exploration of mythic and contemporary taboos, of patricide, of mother-love, of sister-love. Above all it is a bewitching and wildly inventive novel from a master stylist.

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Men Without Women : Stories - Thryft
Haruki Murakami

Men Without Women : Stories

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Across seven tales, Haruki Murakami brings his powers of observation to bear on the lives of men who, in their own ways, find themselves alone. Here are vanishing cats and smoky bars, lonely hearts and mysterious women, baseball and the Beatles, woven together to tell stories that speak to us all.Marked by the same wry humor that has defined his entire body of work, in this collection Murakami has crafted another contemporary classic

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Shame - Thryft
Salman Rushdie

Shame

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Alternate cover for this ISBN can be found here and hereOmar Khayyam Shakil had three mothers who shared everything. They shared the symptoms of pregnancy, they shared the son that they all claim to have borne on the same night. Raised at their six breasts, Omar's mothers teach him to live a life without shame. And it is training that proves very useful when he leaves his mothers’ fortress and makes the fateful mistake of falling in love. For he finds himself an unwitting player in an ongoing duel between the families of two men – one a celebrated wager of war, the other a debauched lover of pleasure – living in a world caught between honour and humiliation, where a moment of shame could prove fatal.

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Kafka on the Shore - Thryft
Philip Gabriel, Haruki Murakami

Kafka on the Shore

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Alternate cover edition here.Kafka on the Shore, a tour de force of metaphysical reality, is powered by two remarkable characters: a teenage boy, Kafka Tamura, who runs away from home either to escape a gruesome oedipal prophecy or to search for his long-missing mother and sister; and an aging simpleton called Nakata, who never recovered from a wartime affliction and now is drawn toward Kafka for reasons that, like the most basic activities of daily life, he cannot fathom. Their odyssey, as mysterious to them as it is to us, is enriched throughout by vivid accomplices and mesmerizing events. Cats and people carry on conversations, a ghostlike pimp employs a Hegel-quoting prostitute, a forest harbors soldiers apparently unaged since World War II, and rainstorms of fish (and worse) fall from the sky. There is a brutal murder, with the identity of both victim and perpetrator a riddle—yet this, along with everything else, is eventually answered, just as the entwined destinies of Kafka and Nakata are gradually revealed, with one escaping his fate entirely and the other given a fresh start on his own.

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Tokyo Ueno Station
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Yū Miri, Morgan Giles

Tokyo Ueno Station

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This book is a poignant and haunting exploration of Tokyo's marginalized communities. Through the lens of Kazu, a laborer haunted by his past and the traumas of natural disasters, the author provides a powerful critique of the Imperial system and sheds light on the lives of Japan's most vulnerable citizens. With its outsider's perspective and deeply felt depiction, Tokyo Ueno Station is a must-read that will leave a lasting impact on readers.

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Wind/Pinball : Hear the Wind Sing and Pinball, 1973 (Two Novels) - Thryft
Haruki Murakami, Ted Goossen

Wind/Pinball : Hear the Wind Sing and Pinball, 1973 (Two Novels)

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If you're intrigued by the blend of the ordinary with the surreal, Wind/Pinball offers a rare glimpse into Murakami's early style. It's like a literary time capsule, granting you access to the raw formative moments of a now-celebrated author. These early works stitch together loneliness, quirky obsessions, and the pangs of youth in a way that will make you feel both adrift and intimately grounded in Murakami's distinct universe.

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Norwegian Wood - Thryft
Jay Rubin, Haruki Murakami

Norwegian Wood

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Norwegian Wood is a tale that might resonate with you if you’ve ever felt caught between the past and the present, love, and loss. Murakami masterfully explores these complex emotions within the backdrop of 1960s Tokyo. The rawness of first love and the poignancy of growing up are sure to touch something in you as you walk alongside Toru on his journey through youth and beyond.

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After Dark - Thryft
Jay Rubin, Haruki Murakami

After Dark

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"After Dark" is for those who revel in the mystique of the night and the complexities of intertwined lives. Murakami's storytelling here is less about grand plots and more about capturing the magic and weirdness of the after-midnight hours. It's a short, atmospheric read that makes reality feel malleable and leaves lingering thoughts about the characters you meet after dark. Perfect for a thoughtful night owl or anyone who enjoys literature that plays with the borders of the tangible and the otherworldly.

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First Person Singular : mind-bending new collection of short stories from the internationally acclaimed author of NORWEGIAN WOOD - Thryft
Haruki Murakami

First Person Singular : mind-bending new collection of short stories from the internationally acclaimed author of NORWEGIAN WOOD

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This collection of short stories by Haruki Murakami is a mind-bending journey into the depths of the human mind. Each story, told in the first person, explores themes of love, solitude, childhood, and memory, accompanied by Murakami's distinctive twist. Whether you're a fan of Murakami's previous works or a newcomer to his writing, you'll be captivated by the philosophical and mysterious narratives that challenge the boundaries between reality and imagination. Prepare to be taken on an unforgettable literary adventure.

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Hear the Wind Sing / Pinball - Thryft
Haruki Murakami

Hear the Wind Sing / Pinball

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Delving into Murakami's first two novels is like sipping a fine spirit that leaves a peculiar, yet memorable aftertaste. It speaks to anyone who's ever found themselves lingering over life's minutiae, or who appreciates the beauty in the everyday laced with an undercurrent of the strange. The novels' exploration of youth, fleeting connections, and subtle surrealism will resonate deeply if you're the introspective kind.

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Kafka on the Shore - Thryft
Philip Gabriel, Haruki Murakami

Kafka on the Shore

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Kafka on the Shore is powered by two remarkable characters: a teenage boy, Kafka Tamura, who runs away from home either to escape a gruesome oedipal prophecy or to search for his long missing mother and sister; and an aging simpleton called Nakata, who never recovered from a wartime affliction and now is drawn toward Kafka for reasons that, like the most basic activities of daily life, he cannot fathom.As their paths converge, and the reasons for that convergence become clear, Haruki Murakami enfolds readers in a world where cats talk, fish fall from the sky, and spirits slip out of their bodies to make love or commit murder. Kafka on the Shore display one of the world's great story tellers at the peak of his powers.

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Kafka on the Shore - Thryft
Philip Gabriel, Haruki Murakami

Kafka on the Shore

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Recommended for those who enjoy surreal fiction that explores deeper philosophical questions. The intertwining stories of Kafka Tamura and Nakata, as well as the use of magical realism, creates a mesmerising and thought-provoking reading experience. The book delves into themes of identity, fate, and the human psyche.

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Three Apples Fell From The Sky - Thryft
Narine Abgaryan, Lisa C. Hayden

Three Apples Fell From The Sky

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Three Apples Fell From The Sky would be a good read for those who enjoy heartwarming tales of love, friendship, and second chances. The novel's unique and distinctive feature lies in its setting, the close-knit community of Maran in the Armenian mountains, which allows us to experience the villagers' daily lives, their traditions, and their resilience in the face of challenges. Narine Abgaryan's writing sparkles with charming imagery, warm humor, and believable characters we want to root for. Readers will come away with a renewed appreciation for the joy of everyday friendship and the power of love to transform lives.

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Killing Commendatore : A novel - Thryft
Haruki Murakami

Killing Commendatore : A novel

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Killing Commendatore is a rich exploration of art and the human experience, blending the mystical and the everyday to create a unique reading experience. Murakami's prose draws readers into a world of hidden meanings and unexpected connections, weaving together a story of love and loss with elements of suspense and the fantastic. If you enjoy novels that challenge your perceptions of reality and explore the depth of the human soul, this book is definitely worth checking out.

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Killing Commendatore - Thryft
Haruki Murakami

Killing Commendatore

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The much-anticipated new novel from the internationally acclaimed, best-selling author of 1Q84 and Colorless Tsukuru Tazaki and His Years of Pilgrimage, Killing Commendatore is an epic tour de force of love and loneliness, war and art—as well as a loving homage to The Great Gatsby—and a stunning work of imagination from one of our greatest writers.

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Men Without Women : Stories - Thryft
Philip Gabriel, Haruki Murakami, Ted Goossen

Men Without Women : Stories

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This book could be a good read for those who are interested in stories about life and relationships. The stories in this book have a unique way of exploring the complex emotions of characters without important women in their lives. Each story is filled with wry humor and pathos, and leaves readers with more questions than answers. Murakami brings out the loneliness in each character and shows how they seek a connection with others, making it a relatable and moving read for those who enjoy thought-provoking literature.

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After Dark - Thryft
Haruki Murakami

After Dark

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Imagine walking the dimly lit streets of Tokyo's after-hours, where reality blurs with the surreal. Haruki Murakami's "After Dark" guides you on a spellbinding journey through the magical hours between midnight and dawn. As the lives of diverse characters intersect, you'll be immersed in an enchanting world of mysterious encounters and haunting beauty. Surrender to the hypnotic ambiance and let this book transport you to a realm suspended between dreams and reality.

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The Seven Moons of Maali Almeida : WINNER OF THE 2022 BOOKER PRIZE - Thryft
Shehan Karunatilaka

The Seven Moons of Maali Almeida : WINNER OF THE 2022 BOOKER PRIZE

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"The Seven Moons of Maali Almeida" is a gripping, dark yet humorous novel that follows the journey of Maali Almeida, a war photographer, who wakes up dead and must contact his loved ones in the afterlife. The book beautifully interweaves Sri Lankan history, politics and culture with Maali's personal story. The most unique and distinctive feature of the book is its engaging exploration of the afterlife and its vividly depicted characters. Recommended for those who enjoy historical fiction with a twist.

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Wind/Pinball: Two Novels
Ted Goossen, Haruki Murakami

Wind/Pinball: Two Novels

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If you're intrigued by the way everyday moments can transform into surreal worlds brushed with a tinge of nostalgia, "Wind/Pinball" could be your gateway to Murakami's unique style. These early novels lay the groundwork for his later, more complex works, offering a look into the quiet lives of characters who find significance in the mundane, with undercurrents of longing and the oddity that's so quintessentially Murakami.

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Slow Boat - Thryft
Hideo Furukawa, David Boyd

Slow Boat

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A startling novella from the heir to Haruki Murakami and Gabriel Garcia Marquez.Trapped in Tokyo, left behind by a series of girlfriends, the narrator of Slow Boat sizes up his situation. His missteps, his violent rebellions, his tiny victories. But he is not a passive loser, content to accept all that fate hands him. He attempts one last escape to the edges of the city, holding the only safety net he has known – his dreams.Filled with lyrical longing and humour, Slow Boat captures perfectly the urge to get away and the necessity of finding yourself in a world which might never even be looking for you.

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Record Of A Night Too Brief - Thryft
Lucy North, Hiromi Kawakami

Record Of A Night Too Brief

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The Akutagawa Prize-winning stories from the author of Strange Weather in Tokyo.In these three haunting and lyrical stories, three young women experience unsettling loss and romance.In a dreamlike adventure, one woman travels through an apparently unending night with a porcelain girlfriend, mist-monsters and villainous monkeys; a sister mourns her invisible brother whom only she can still see, while the rest of her family welcome his would-be wife into their home; and an accident with a snake leads a shop girl to discover the snake-families everyone else seems to be concealing.Sensual, yearning, and filled with the tricks of memory and grief, Record of a Night Too Brief is an atmospheric trio of unforgettable tales.

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Norwegian Wood - Thryft
Haruki Murakami

Norwegian Wood

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Recommendation: Norwegian Wood is a melancholic yet beautiful portrayal of young love and the struggles that come with it. Murakami's writing style is fluid and lyrical, making it an enjoyable read for those who appreciate literary fiction. The book deals with themes of grief, mental illness, and self-discovery, and is perfect for readers who enjoy introspective character studies and emotionally complex narratives.

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After Dark - Thryft
Jay Rubin, Haruki Murakami

After Dark

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The midnight hour approaches in an almost empty all-night diner. Mari sips her coffee and glances up from a book as a young man, a musician, intrudes on her solitude. Both have missed the last train home. The musician has plans to rehearse with his jazz band all night, Mari is equally unconcerned and content to read, smoke and drink coffee until dawn. They realise they've been acquainted through Eri, Mari's beautiful sister. The musician soon leaves with a promise to return before dawn. Shortly afterwards Mari will be interrupted a second time by a girl from the Alphaville Hotel; a Chinese prostitute has been hurt by a client, the girl has heard Mari speaks fluent Chinese and requests her help.Meanwhile Eri is at home and sleeps a deep, heavy sleep that is 'too perfect, too pure' to be normal; pulse and respiration at the lowest required level. She has been in this soporfic state for two months; Eri has become the classic myth - a sleeping beauty. But tonight as the digital clock displays 00:00 a faint electrical crackle is perceptible, a hint of life flickers across the TV screen, though the television's plug has been pulled.Murakami, acclaimed master of the surreal, returns with a stunning new novel, where the familiar can become unfamiliar after midnight, even to those that thrive in small hours. With After Dark we journey beyond the twilight. Strange nocturnal happenings, or a trick of the night?

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The Golden Umbrella - Thryft
Dilip Sapkota, Hem Rai, Eva Kipp

The Golden Umbrella

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The Golden Umbrella is a fascinating window into the vibrant world of India's past, exploring cultural traditions and customs that will captivate history enthusiasts.

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A Tale for the Time Being - Thryft
Ruth Ozeki

A Tale for the Time Being

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In Tokyo, sixteen-year-old Nao has decided there's only one escape from her aching loneliness and her classmates' bullying, but before she ends it all, Nao plans to document the life of her great-grandmother, a Buddhist nun who's lived more than a century. A diary is Nao's only solace—and will touch lives in a ways she can scarcely imagine. Across the Pacific, we meet Ruth, a novelist living on a remote island who discovers a collection of artifacts washed ashore in a Hello Kitty lunchbox—possibly debris from the devastating 2011 tsunami. As the mystery of its contents unfolds, Ruth is pulled into the past, into Nao's drama and her unknown fate, and forward into her own future. Full of Ozeki's signature humour and deeply engaged with the relationship between writer and reader, past and present, fact and fiction, quantum physics, history, and myth, A Tale for the Time Being is a brilliantly inventive, beguiling story of our shared humanity and the search for home.

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A Tale for the Time Being - Thryft
Ruth Ozeki

A Tale for the Time Being

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"A Tale for the Time Being" is an immersive reading experience that takes you on a journey through the diary of a spirited young girl named Nao, who is trying to find her place in the world. Along the way, readers will be exposed to themes such as time, trauma, and the search for meaning. This book is perfect for readers who enjoy introspective and thought-provoking reads that leave a lasting impact.

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The Cat and The City : 'Vibrant and accomplished' David Mitchell - Thryft
Nick Bradley

The Cat and The City : 'Vibrant and accomplished' David Mitchell

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"The Cat and The City" stitches together a mosaic of lives with a whimsical feline thread. In its pages, you'll experience the vibrancy and complexities of Tokyo, getting to know the city from the intimate perspectives of its diverse inhabitants. The cat's encounters are a conduit to human stories that are compelling and richly textured—it's like wandering Tokyo's streets yourself, but through the eyes of its silent, observant whiskered resident.

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Norwegian Wood - Thryft
Jay Rubin, Haruki Murakami

Norwegian Wood

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This poignant coming-of-age novel, set against the backdrop of the 1960s in Tokyo, beautifully captures the complexities of love, loss, and the decisions that shape our futures. Through the eloquent prose of Haruki Murakami, the reader is transported to a world of youthful longing and uncertainty. Norwegian Wood is a nostalgic journey that will resonate with anyone seeking to understand the profound impact of first love and the true cost of choosing between two paths.

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The Great Reclamation: A Novel - Thryft
Rachel Heng

The Great Reclamation: A Novel

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If you’re drawn to tales that weave through the complexities of a future where personal identity and societal norms are at odds, Rachel Heng's "The Great Reclamation" would resonate with you. The book offers a refreshing take on the dystopian genre, providing a narrative that not only captivates with its plot but also prompts introspection about our own world. It's for anyone who loves to explore the 'what-ifs' of future societies.

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Ponti - Thryft
Sharlene Teo

Ponti

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2003, Singapore. Friendless and fatherless, sixteen-year-old Szu lives in the shadow of her mother Amisa, once a beautiful actress and now a hack medium performing séances with her sister in a rusty house. When Szu meets the privileged, acid-tongued Circe, an unlikely encounter develops into an intense friendship and offers Szu a means of escape from her mother's alarming solitariness.Seventeen years later, Circe is struggling through a divorce in fraught and ever-changing Singapore when a project comes up at work: a remake of the cult seventies horror film series 'Ponti', the very project that defined Amisa's short-lived film career. Suddenly Circe is knocked off balance: by memories of the two women she once knew, by guilt, and by a past that threatens her conscience.Told from the perspectives of all three women, Ponti is about friendship and memory, about the things we do when we're on the cusp of adulthood that haunt us years later. Beautifully written by debut author Sharlene Teo, and enormously atmospheric, Ponti marks the launch of an exciting new literary voice in the vein of Zadie Smith.

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Wind/ Pinball - Thryft
Ted Goosen, Murakami Haruki

Wind/ Pinball

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The debut short novels—nearly thirty years out of print—by the internationally acclaimed writer, newly retranslated and in one English-language volume for the first time, with a new introduction by the author.These first major works of fiction by Haruki Murakami center on two young men—an unnamed narrator and his friend and former roommate, the Rat. Powerful, at times surreal, stories of loneliness, obsession, and eroticism, these novellas bear all the hallmarks of Murakami's later books, giving us a fascinating insight into a great writer's beginnings, and are remarkable works of fiction in their own right. Here too is an exclusive essay by Murakami in which he explores and explains his decision to become a writer. Prequels to the much-beloved classics A Wild Sheep Chase and Dance Dance Dance, these early works are essential reading for Murakami completists and contemporary fiction lovers alike.

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The Seven Moons of Maali Almeida - Thryft
Shehan Karunatilaka

The Seven Moons of Maali Almeida

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Colombo, 1990. Maali Almeida—war photographer, gambler, and closet queen—has woken up dead in what seems like a celestial visa office. His dismembered body is sinking in the serene Beira Lake and he has no idea who killed him. In a country where scores are settled by death squads, suicide bombers, and hired goons, the list of suspects is depressingly long, as the ghouls and ghosts with grudges who cluster round can attest. But even in the afterlife, time is running out for Maali. He has seven moons to contact the man and woman he loves most and lead them to the photos that will rock Sri Lanka.Ten years after his prize-winning novel Chinaman established him as one of Sri Lanka’s foremost authors, Shehan Karunatilaka is back with a “thrilling satire” (Economist) and rip-roaring state-of-the-nation epic that offers equal parts mordant wit and disturbing, profound truths.

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The Woman in the Dunes - Thryft
E. Dale Saunders, Kōbō Abe

The Woman in the Dunes

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This beautiful novel by one of Japan's most important writers is also one of the most strangely terrifying and memorable books you'll ever read. The Woman in the Dunes is the story of an amateur entomologist who wanders alone into a remote seaside village in pursuit of a rare beetle he wants to add to his collection. But the townspeople take him prisoner. They lower him into the sand-pit home of a young widow, a pariah in the poor community, who the villagers have condemned to a life of shoveling back the ever-encroaching dunes that threaten to bury the town. An amazing book.

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The Perfect World Of Miwako Sumida - Thryft
Clarissa Goenawan

The Perfect World Of Miwako Sumida

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This book would be a good read for someone who loves exploring deep and complex characters. The story takes you on a tragic journey through the hidden world of Miwako Sumida, gradually unraveling her carefully kept secrets. With its beautiful prose and captivating storytelling, this book will leave you introspecting on the significance of connections and the lengths we go to protect ourselves. It's a poignant exploration of loss, friendship, and the search for meaning.

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Kafka on the Shore - Thryft
Philip Gabriel, Haruki Murakami

Kafka on the Shore

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This book is a must-read for those seeking a mind-expanding experience. With its blend of surrealism, magical realism, and intricate storytelling, Kafka on the Shore takes readers on a mesmerizing journey through the protagonist's parallel odysseys filled with enigmatic characters, mysterious events, and thought-provoking riddles. Haruki Murakami captivates with his elegant and dreamlike writing style, creating a masterpiece that is both bewildering and enchanting. Prepare to be transported to a world where cats talk, fish fall from the sky, and reality becomes beautifully blurred. Get ready for a truly extraordinary literary experience.

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Killing Commendatore: A Novel - Thryft
Philip Gabriel, Haruki Murakami, Ted Goossen

Killing Commendatore: A Novel

from $9.42

The book's unique feature is its masterful blend of reality and fantasy. The protagonist's journey through the netherworld is intriguing and keeps the reader engaged. The book is great for anyone who enjoys magical realism and a touch of mystery.

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After Dark - Thryft
Murakami Haruki

After Dark

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After Dark by Haruki Murakami is an ideal read for those who enjoy surreal, dream-like experiences. This book takes the reader on a journey through the mysterious and strange occurrences that happen during the night, exploring the blurred lines between reality and the subconscious. It's a captivating read for anyone looking to immerse themselves in a unique and fascinating world.

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Ponti - Thryft
Sharlene Teo

Ponti

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'Remarkable ' Ian McEwan Shortlisted for Hearsts' Big Book Award 2018. Set in 2003 in the sweltering heat of Singapore, Sharlene Teo's Ponti begins as sixteen-year-olds Szu and Circe develop an intense friendship. For Szu it offers an escape from Amisa, her beautiful, cruel mother – once an actress, and now the silent occupant of a rusty house. But for Circe, their friendship does the opposite, bringing her one step closer to the fascinating, unknowable Amisa. Seventeen years later, Circe finds herself adrift and alone. And then a project comes up at work, a remake of the cult seventies horror film series ‘Ponti’, the same series that defined Amisa’s short-lived film career. Suddenly Circe is knocked off by memories of the two women she once knew, by guilt, and by a lost friendship that threatens her conscience . . . Longlisted for the Jhalak Prize 2019.Shortlisted for the Edward Stanford Fiction, with a Sense of Place Award.

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Killing Commendatore - Thryft
Haruki Murakami

Killing Commendatore

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If you're drawn to the blend of the ordinary with the extraordinary, Murakami's "Killing Commendatore" might just captivate your imagination. The painter's introspective quest, laced with enigmatic characters and metaphysical surprises, not only promises an engrossing narrative but also tugs at the profound solitude and yearning within us. Dive into this novel for an experience that's as much about uncovering an otherworldly mystery as it is about exploring the depths of the human heart.

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Ponti - Thryft
Sharlene Teo

Ponti

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2003, Singapore. Friendless and fatherless, sixteen-year-old Szu lives in the shadow of her mother Amisa, once a beautiful actress and now a hack medium performing seances with her sister in a rusty house. When Szu meets the privileged, acid-tongued Circe, an unlikely encounter develops into an intense friendship and offers Szu a means of escape from her mother's alarming solitariness.Seventeen years later, Circe is struggling through a divorce in fraught and ever-changing Singapore when a project comes up at work: a remake of the cult seventies horror film series 'Ponti', the very project that defined Amisa's short-lived film career. Suddenly Circe is knocked off balance: by memories of the two women she once knew, by guilt, and by a past that threatens her conscience.Told from the perspectives of all three women, Ponti is about friendship and memory, about the things we do when we're on the cusp of adulthood that haunt us years later. Beautifully written by debut author Sharlene Teo, and enormously atmospheric, Ponti marks the launch of an exciting new literary voice in the vein of Zadie Smith.

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Norwegian Wood - Thryft
Jay Rubin, Haruki Murakami

Norwegian Wood

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Toru, a quiet and preternaturally serious young college student in Tokyo, is devoted to Naoko, a beautiful and introspective young woman, but their mutual passion is marked by the tragic death of their best friend years before. Toru begins to adapt to campus life and the loneliness and isolation he faces there, but Naoko finds the pressures and responsibilities of life unbearable. As she retreats further into her own world, Toru finds himself reaching out to others and drawn to a fiercely independent and sexually liberated young woman. A magnificent blending of the music, the mood, and the ethos that was the sixties with the story of one college student's romantic coming of age, Norwegian Wood brilliantly recaptures a young man's first, hopeless, and heroic love.

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Red Dot Irreal : Equatorial Fantastika - Thryft
Jason Erik Lundberg

Red Dot Irreal : Equatorial Fantastika

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This re-released second edition contains three new stories: "Big Chief," "Bachy Soletanche," and "Occupy: An Exhibition," the last of which was especially written for this edition.Travel to Southeast Asia on wings of the fantastic for Jason Erik Lundberg's debut short-story collection Red Dot Irreal.There you'll meet pirates and shamans, wise fish and mystical storytellers, living monuments and paper animals, time travelers and civet cats, stone taxi drivers, floating dental patients, and a sentient bird park. Once you enter the surreal worlds of Lundberg's equatorial fantastika, a part of you will never leave.“I am not usually a fan of magic realist tales or stories that blend the contemporary mundane with magic, but Lundberg’s collection of ‘equatorial fantastika’ may make me a convert. Each of these stories are carefully crafted and make exceptional use of Lundberg’s own time and space for narratives that are equal parts Kafka, ancient folklore, and travelogue. [...] You absolutely must read Red Dot Irreal.” —Grasping for the Wind

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After Dark - Thryft
Murakami Haruki

After Dark

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After Dark by Haruki Murakami is a surreal and dreamlike tale, perfect for those who enjoy a blend of realistic and fantastical elements. The book follows a group of characters who experience strange happenings in the middle of the night, all while exploring themes of love, isolation, and the mysteries of consciousness. Murakami's writing is atmospheric and haunting, making this a great read for fans of magical realism and otherworldly stories.

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Build Your House Around My Body : LONGLISTED FOR THE WOMEN'S PRIZE FOR FICTION 2022 - Thryft
Violet Kupersmith

Build Your House Around My Body : LONGLISTED FOR THE WOMEN'S PRIZE FOR FICTION 2022

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"Build Your House Around My Body" is a beautifully written novel that blends the ghostly secrets of Vietnamese history into a thrilling, heart-pounding plot. It intertwines the fates of two women lost decades apart and bound together by their past, ghosts, and possessed lands. This book is perfect for readers who enjoy an eerie tale mixed with historical context. Violet Kupersmith's debut is a daring and unforgettable read.

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Wind/ Pinball : Two Novels - Thryft
Ted Goosen, Haruki Murakami

Wind/ Pinball : Two Novels

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Recommendation: Wind/Pinball is a captivating coming-of-age journey that takes you back to the narrator's college days, filled with nostalgic musings, quirky friendships, and a search for an elusive pinball machine. Haruki Murakami's first two novels beautifully capture the essence of youthful yearning, with a touch of surrealism that keeps you engaged till the last page. If you enjoy immersive storytelling and unique character dynamics, this book is definitely worth a read.

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After Dark - Thryft
Haruki Murakami

After Dark

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From the New York Times bestselling author—a gripping novel of late night encounters that’s “hypnotically eerie, sometimes even funny, but most of all … [a book] that keeps ratcheting up the suspense” ( The Washington Post Book World ).Nineteen-year-old Mari is waiting out the night in an anonymous Denny’s when she meets a young man who insists he knows her older sister, thus setting her on an odyssey through the sleeping city. In the space of a single night, the lives of a diverse cast of Tokyo residents—models, prostitutes, mobsters, and musicians—collide in a world suspended between fantasy and reality. Utterly enchanting and infused with surrealism, After Dark is a thrilling account of the magical hours separating midnight from dawn.

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