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The Twilight Years by Sawako Ariyoshi

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Book name: The Twilight Years (2024)
Category: Aging
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Pages: 300 pages
Language: Japanese
Publication data: Jan. 1, 1972, midnight
"The Twilight Years" is a poignant story revolving around the life of a middle-aged woman who is burdened with the responsibility of taking care of her ageing and ailing father-in-law while trying to balance her work and personal life. The novel explores the themes of old age, family responsibilities, societal expectations, and the struggles of women in a patriarchal society. It offers a critical examination of the social, cultural, and personal issues related to aging and care-giving in post-war Japan. The 1650th greatest book of all time

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Sawako Ariyoshi

Sawako Ariyoshi

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