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The Life of a Stupid Man

或阿呆の一生 [Aru ahō no isshō]

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The Life of a Stupid Man

或阿呆の一生 [Aru ahō no isshō]

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"The Life of a Stupid Man" by Ryunosuke Akutagawa is a semi-autobiographical short story composed of fragmented vignettes. It reflects the author's inner turmoil, depression, and growing sense of alienation toward life.Through 51 brief sections, the narrative offers glimpses into the protagonist's memories, emotions, and thoughts, blending reality with fiction. It explores themes such as loneliness, regret, fear of death, and the struggle for meaning. The fragmented structure mirrors the disjointed state of the protagonist’s mind, making the story an introspective and poignant meditation on the fragility of life.This work, written shortly before Akutagawa’s suicide, is often seen as a testament to his personal despair.Akutagawa's Rashomon and Seventeen Other Stories is also available in Penguin Classics.

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Length 55 Pages
Language Eng
Imprint Penguin Classics
Released 1927
Identifier (ISBN) 24874322
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Ryūnosuke Akutagawa is a writer and avid reader based in the Pacific Northwest. Before pursuing writing full-time, they spent over a decade working in education. When not working on their next book, Ryūnosuke Akutagawa can usually be found hiking with their dog or trying out new coffee shops in their neighborhood.

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