Singular Rebellion Saiichi Maruya 1990 Paperback Kodansha Japanese Literature

Singular Rebellion by Saiichi Maruya, translated by Dennis Keene. This 1990 first paperback edition, published by Kodansha International, is a Tanizaki Prize-winning novel that offers a humorous and insightful look into Japanese society. The story follows a middle-aged man who abandons his conventional life for a younger model and her grandmother. The cover art features a striking illustration of a samurai, contrasting with the modern comedic themes of the book. A notable work of contemporary Japanese literature with praise from the New York Times and Graham Greene.