How Do You Live?

How Do You Live?

By Genzaburo Yoshino

Pages

Rating

4.02

Year

1937

PhilosophyYoung AdultFictionClassicsJapanMiddle Grade

Description

The streets of Tokyo swarm below fifteen-year-old Copper as he gazes out into the city of his childhood. Struck by the thought of the infinite people whose lives play out alongside his own, he begins to wonder: How do you live?

Considering life's biggest questions for the first time, Copper turns to his dear uncle for heartwarming wisdom. As the old man guides the boy on a journey of philosophical discovery, a timeless tale unfolds, offering a poignant reflection on what it means to be human.

Japan's beloved coming-of-age classic on what really matters in life.

Endorsements

The favourite childhood book of anime master Hayao Miyazaki, How Do You Live? is the basis of a highly anticipated film from Studio Ghibli.

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