Tag: Haruki
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Murakami T
It felt as dull as ‘What’s There in Laos Anyway?’ or ‘The Scrap.’ However, I’m hesitant to say it won’t be enjoyable for first-time Haruki essay readers. It might just be my own familiarity with his writing that’s making it feel repetitive. Maybe I’ve grown tired of the recurring whiskey, jazz, and marathon metaphors. But…
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Haruki’s New Gem, ‘First Person Singular’
Novels allow authors to play to their strengths. Some excel with prose, while others rely on storylines. A strong point can carry a novel despite its flaws, leading readers to a satisfactory experience. People are more forgiving than you’d think. Or maybe just not that critical. But short stories offer no such leeway.