How Do You Live?
How Do You Live? by Genzaburo Yoshino, published by Algonquin Young Readers in September 2023, is a coming-of-age novel that explores profound themes of change and self-discovery. Following the story of fifteen-year-old Copper, the narrative unfolds after the death of his father, prompting him to navigate the complexities of life and relationships, including the impact of his betrayal of a close friend. Interspersed with letters from his uncle, the book delves into life’s significant questions, encouraging readers to reflect on their own journeys.
In this edition, readers will find a rich tapestry of experiences that touch on family dynamics, friendship, and the philosophical inquiries that accompany growing up. As Copper looks to the stars for guidance, the novel intertwines elements of historical context and social themes, making it a relevant read for those interested in juvenile fiction. With 288 pages, this English-language edition invites young readers to ponder their place in a world that is both vast and intimate, echoing the sentiments found in classic philosophical works.
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As featured in the Oscar-nominated Hayao Miyazaki film The Boy and the Heron: the coming-of-age novel How Do You Live? is a Japanese classic that became a New York Times bestseller.
After the death of his father, fifteen-year-old Copper must confront inevitable and enormous change, including the aftermath of his own betrayal of his best friend. Between episodes of Copper’s emerging story, letters from his uncle share knowledge and offer advice on life’s big questions. Like his namesake Copernicus, Copper looks to the stars and uses his discoveries about the heavens, earth, and human nature to answer the question of how he will live.
First published in 1937 in Japan, Genzaburō Yoshino’s How Do You Live? has long been an important book for Academy Award-winning animator Hayao Miyazaki (Spirited Away, Howl’s Moving Castle). Perfect for readers of philosophical fiction like The Alchemist and The Little Prince, How Do You Live? serves as a thought-provoking guide for young readers as they grow up in a world both infinitely large and unimaginably small.
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