Norwegian Wood
by Haruki Murakami, Jay Rubin
Norwegian Wood by Haruki Murakami, Jay Rubin holds a highly rated rating of 4.02 out of 5, based on 184K reader ratings. First published in 1987. The book spans 296 pages.
About Norwegian Wood
Toru, a quiet and preternaturally serious young college student in Tokyo, is devoted to Naoko, a beautiful and introspective young woman, but their mutual passion is marked by the tragic death of their best friend years before. Toru begins to adapt to campus life and the loneliness and isolation he faces there, but Naoko finds the pressures and responsibilities of life unbearable. As she retreats further into her own world, Toru finds himself reaching out to others and drawn to a fiercely independent and sexually liberated young woman.A magnificent blending of the music, the mood, and the ethos that was the sixties with the story of one college student's romantic coming of age, Norwegian Wood brilliantly recaptures a young man's first, hopeless, and heroic love.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Haruki Murakami, Jay Rubin |
| Published | 1987 |
| Pages | 296 |
| Genres | Fiction, Romance, Fiction |
| Average Rating | 4.02 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 183,988 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What genre is Norwegian Wood?
Norwegian Wood is categorized as Fiction, Romance, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Romance.
Is Norwegian Wood worth reading?
Based on 184K reader ratings, Norwegian Wood has an average score of 4.02 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is Norwegian Wood?
Norwegian Wood has 296 pages.
Who wrote Norwegian Wood?
Norwegian Wood was written by Haruki Murakami, Jay Rubin. It was first published in 1987.
What is the ISBN for Norwegian Wood?
The ISBN-13 for Norwegian Wood is 9780375704020.0.
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