Hard-boiled Wonderland and the End of the World
A unique novel melding elements of science fiction, fantasy, and noir by Haruki Murakami. This gripping story explores a bifurcated reality with breathtaking imagination.
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Author
Haruki Murakami
Genre
Science Fiction
Audience
Adults
ISBN
978-0375401084
Related info
Published in 1985 in Japan, 'Hard-boiled Wonderland and the End of the World' is a novel by renowned author Haruki Murakami. It presents two parallel narratives: one featuring a data master in a dystopian world and the other set in a surreal town devoid of memories. The novel explores themes of consciousness, identity, and the nature of reality, characterising Murakami's unique blend of magical realism and philosophical undertones. The book has been well-received globally, recognised for its inventive storytelling and imaginative depth.
