GOODBYE AND SELECTED STORIES

Immerse yourself in the world of post-war Japan, full of paradoxes and complicated relationships. Osamu Dazai's 'Goodbye and Selected Stories' is a literary journey through the life of editor Tajima Shuji, who tries to break up with his numerous lovers. Will he succeed? Discover this unfinished comedy and other works that show the richness and diversity of this outstanding Japanese writer's work.

• Moving confessions about lonely youth and addictions
• Irony and humor in reflections on everyday life
• Surprising transformations of the Western literary tradition
• Unfinished work 'Goodbye' – the author's last work
• Cross-section of work – from personal reflections to universal truths
• Warning not to trust dogs (with a wink!)
• Edition in an elegant paperback cover

Osamu Dazai, one of the most important Japanese writers of the 20th century, touches on topics such as human existence, addiction and the search for the meaning of life in his works with extraordinary sincerity. His work is characterized by a combination of tragedy and humor, which makes it both touching and surprising. The collection 'Goodbye and Selected Stories' is an excellent opportunity to get to know his rich literary heritage.

In the collection we find not only the title, unfinished 'Goodbye', but also other stories that present various aspects of Dazai's work. From painfully honest confessions about personal problems to ironic and humorous observations of everyday life, every reader will find something for themselves. Dazai's works are characterized by a unique style that combines autobiographical elements with literary fiction.

Dialog Akademickie Publishing House gives readers a carefully prepared collection that presents a cross-section of Osamu Dazai's work. The book was published in 2021 in a paperback cover and has 286 pages. It is an ideal read for lovers of Japanese literature and for all who appreciate deep and moving stories.

Reach for 'Goodbye and Selected Stories' and discover the fascinating world of Osamu Dazai – a writer who, despite his tragic death, left behind an extraordinary literary legacy. His work continues to inspire and move readers around the world.