Lizard Book by Banana Yoshimoto (Farsi)

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Lizard by Banana Yoshimoto, first published in 1993, is a collection of six interconnected short stories exploring healing, love, loss, and spiritual transformation in contemporary Tokyo. Known for her poetic sensitivity and minimalist prose, Yoshimoto creates quiet yet emotionally resonant narratives where ordinary moments reveal deeper meaning. The stories follow young urban characters searching for connection and identity amid loneliness and modern life. From a healer confronting past trauma to individuals escaping suffocating environments in search of authenticity, each narrative blends realism with dreamlike and subtly magical elements rooted in Japanese spiritual traditions. Through gentle symbolism, intimate relationships, and contemplative atmosphere, Yoshimoto portrays the possibility of renewal and inner awakening. The collection offers a tender meditation on emotional wounds, resilience, and the quiet miracles hidden within everyday experience.

• Pages: 124
• Genre: Literary Fiction, Psychological Fiction, Magical Realism
• Language(s): Persian
• ISBN: 9786224936097
• Book Cover Type: Paperback
• Persian Title: کتاب لیزارد

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