The Sound of Waves

The novel The Sound of Waves, written by Japanese author Yukio Mishima, was first published in 1954. The novel is set on a small island in Japan's Seto Inland Sea and tells the story of Shinji, a young fisherman who falls in love with Hatsue, a beautiful pearl diver. The novel is well-known for its straightforward and lyrical prose, as well as its exploration of themes such as love, tradition, and the conflict between modernity and tradition. Shinji navigates the challenges of young love and learns to become a man in his community in the novel, which is often regarded as a coming-of-age story.

The Sound of Waves is also notable for its depiction of Japanese culture and traditional fishing village life. The novel celebrates nature's beauty as well as the value of community and family in Japanese society. The novel has received a lot of praise for its beauty, simplicity, and emotional depth. It has been translated into numerous languages and has become a modern Japanese literary classic. The Sound of Waves has been adapted into a film and a stage play, and it is still read and studied all over the world.

Author: Yukio Mishima
Publication date: 1954
Genres: Novel, Fiction, Romance, Novella
Goodreads rating: 3.8/5 (17,427 votes)
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