"The Master of Go" by Yasunari Kawabata is a novel that blends elements of fiction with real events, focusing on the final match between a revered Go master and a younger challenger in 1938 Japan. The novel, based on a true event, explores themes of tradition, change, and the human spirit through the lens of the ancient and cerebral game of Go. The elderly master, representing the old ways, faces the new generation embodied by his opponent, a symbol of modernity and progress. Kawabata delves into the psychological and philosophical aspects of the game, portraying the tension between individual desires and societal expectations, as well as the inevitability of time and aging. Through the match, the novel reflects on the shifting cultural landscape of Japan in the early 20th century, offering a profound meditation on competition, wisdom, and the passage of time.
| Page Count | 182 |
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| Genre & Theme | Japanese Literature exploring the psychology of a champion. |
| ISBN | 9786004904094 |
| Persian Title | کتاب استاد |
| Narrative Style | Spare, precise prose that mirrors the game of Go itself. |
| Weight | 160 g |
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| Condition | New |
| Product Type | Literary Fiction |
| Format | Paperback |
| Writer | |
| Language | Persian |
| Genre | Literary Fiction |
| Origin | Japan |
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