August / Japan Reading Poll

[Scheherazade]

Please nominate the Japanese books you would like to read in August in this thread by June 30th.


Book Club Procedures (http://www.online-literature.com/forums/showthread.php?p=57103#post57103)

This poll will end on July 31!

Some information on the books:

Kafka on the Shore by Haruki Murakami (http://www.amazon.com/Kafka-Shore-Haruki-Murakami/dp/1400079276/ref=pd_bbs_sr_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1214930973&sr=8-1)

Goodbye Tsugumi by Banana Yoshimoto (http://www.amazon.com/Goodbye-Tsugumi-Banana-Yoshimoto/dp/0802139914/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1214931052&sr=1-1)

Palm-of-the-Hand Stories by Yasunari Kawabata (http://www.amazon.com/Palm-Hand-Stories-Yasunari-Kawabata/dp/0374530491/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1214931092&sr=1-1)

Silence by Shusaku Endo (http://www.amazon.com/Silence-Shusaku-Endo/dp/0800871863/ref=pd_bbs_sr_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1214931146&sr=1-1)

Spring Snow by Yukio Mishima (http://www.amazon.com/Spring-Snow-Yukio-Mishima/dp/0679722416/ref=pd_bbs_sr_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1214931189&sr=1-1)

The Woman in the Dunes by Kobo Abe (http://www.amazon.com/Woman-Dunes-Kobo-Abe/dp/0679733787/ref=pd_bbs_sr_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1214931233&sr=1-1)

The Wind-up Bird Chronicle by Haruki Murakami (http://www.amazon.com/Wind-Up-Bird-Chronicle-Novel/dp/0679775439/ref=pd_bbs_sr_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1214931273&sr=1-1)

Kangaroo Notebook by Kobo Abe (http://www.amazon.com/Kangaroo-Notebook-Novel-Kobo-Abe/dp/0679746633/ref=pd_bbs_sr_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1214931366&sr=1-1)

The Broken Commandment Tozon Shimazaki (http://www.amazon.com/Broken-Commandment-Japanese-Foundation-Translation/dp/0860081915/ref=pd_bbs_sr_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1214931411&sr=1-1)

Norwegian Wood by Haruki Murakami (http://www.amazon.com/Norwegian-Wood-Haruki-Murakami/dp/0375704027)

[ggeneraux]

I have a beautiful unabridged version of The Tale of Genji that's been waiting patiently on my bookshelf for two years. I don't think it's readable in one month, however.

[sofia82]

Great idea as i did not read anything from Japanese literature, I wait for others suggestions as I do not know about this.

[Virgil]

Oh, I have Kafka on the Shore by Haruki Murakami just waiting to be read. :D That's what I nominate.

[thelastmelon]

I'd like to nominate the novel Goodbye Tsugumi by Banana Yoshimoto. :)

[Nossa]

Oh, I have Kafka on the Shore by Haruki Murakami just waiting to be read. :D That's what I nominate.

You beat it me to it :D I thought that since it didn't work out in the summer read I'd try my luck here lol

[NickAdams]

I nominate Yasunari Kawabata's Palm-of-the-Hand Stories.


I have a beautiful unabridged version of The Tale of Genji that's been waiting patiently on my bookshelf for two years. I don't think it's readable in one month, however.


I want to open my copy too, but it is such a great commitment. One day ...

[ggeneraux]

Oh, I have Kafka on the Shore by Haruki Murakami just waiting to be read. :D That's what I nominate.

After reading the blurb on Amazon, I'll second this nomination. The descrpition of the first part of the book reminds me a bit of Musui's Story, by Katsu Kokichi, which could be another option.

Edit:
In my excitement to have found this site I jumped right in before reading the procedures. Many apologizes from the exuberant newbie.

[_Shannon_]

I'd like to nominateSilence by Shusaku Endo. SItting next to me here, staring at me from my -To Be Read- pile.

http://www.amazon.com/Silence-Shusaku-Endo/dp/0800871863

[Scheherazade]

Nominations so far:

1. Kafka on the Shore by Haruki Murakami just waiting to be read. :D That's what I nominate.

2. Goodbye Tsugumi by Banana Yoshimoto.

3. Palm-of-the-Hand Stories by Yasunari Kawabata

4. Silence by Shusaku Endo

In my excitement to have found this site I jumped right in before reading the procedures. Many apologizes from the exuberant newbie.That is quite alright, gg! Welcome to the Forum! :)

If you visit the Games section, you can increase your post count in no time.

[motherhubbard]

Oh, I have Kafka on the Shore by Haruki Murakami just waiting to be read. :D That's what I nominate.


After reading the blurb on Amazon, I'll second this nomination. The descrpition of the first part of the book reminds me a bit of Musui's Story, by Katsu Kokichi, which could be another option.

Edit:
In my excitement to have found this site I jumped right in before reading the procedures. Many apologizes from the exuberant newbie.

That means that I get to second it and I really wanted to! :banana: go to the games gg!

[JBI]

Has anyone read Mishima? I have been told by multiple people that his work is excellent, however I have no clue where to start.

edit: after doing a little googling it seems that his tetralogy The Sea of Fertility is his highest regarded work, and therefore the most easily obtainable in translation. So, I guess I nominate the first one, Spring Snow - Yukio Mishima

[TheFifthElement]

I've already read Kafka on the Shore, not my favourite of Murakami's books though it is very good.

JBI: I've read The Sailor who Fell from Grace with the Sea by Mishima and it was very good. If you like the style of Japanese fiction then I'd have thought you'd like Mishima.

I'd like to nominate The Woman in the Dunes by Kobo Abe which is sitting on my shelf waiting to be read :D

[Pyrrho]

I'd like to nominate 'The Wind-up Bird Chronicle' by Haruki Murakami. (Am I allowed to nominate a novel by an author that has already been nominated with another work? I'm sorry to ask but this is my first nomination.)

[Scheherazade]

Nominations so far:

1. Kafka on the Shore by Haruki Murakami

2. Goodbye Tsugumi by Banana Yoshimoto.

3. Palm-of-the-Hand Stories by Yasunari Kawabata

4. Silence by Shusaku Endo

5. Spring Snow by Yukio Mishima

6. The Woman in the Dunes by Kobo Abe

7. The Wind-up Bird Chronicle by Haruki Murakami
(Am I allowed to nominate a novel by an author that has already been nominated with another work? Yes, you are. :)

[sofia82]

Nominations so far:

1. Kafka on the Shore by Haruki Murakami just waiting to be read. :D That's what I nominate.


Of course this is a hint for me :D

[Virgil]

Of course this is a hint for me :D

I would like you to vote for it. ;) Please. :)

[sofia82]

I would like you to vote for it. ;) Please. :)

This is a hint for KItkat:D if there is, I will.
To be honest, I have to see I can find the text or not. If I have the first one, I will vote for it.

[Scheherazade]

Last 3 nominations are up for grabs!

[Virgil]

This is a hint for KItkat:D if there is, I will.
To be honest, I have to see I can find the text or not. If I have the first one, I will vote for it.

http://inventorspot.com/files/images/kitkat_japan1_0.img_assist_custom.jpg


Here's a whole supermarket ilse full. ;) Now don't eat too many or it'll make you fat. :D

[Scheherazade]

What a topical picture, Virgil! Even the writing on the Kitkats is in Japanese! :D

[Virgil]

What a topical picture, Virgil! Even the writing on the Kitkats is in Japanese! :D

:lol: You're right!!! I didn't even notice.

[Nightshade]

((g)) :lol:

[sofia82]

http://inventorspot.com/files/images/kitkat_japan1_0.img_assist_custom.jpg


Here's a whole supermarket ilse full. ;) Now don't eat too many or it'll make you fat. :D

Virgil, I promise I vote for Kafka on the Shore, and I find the book and bought it but the translation. Fortunately I have the audio. And thank you for the whole supermarket :D where should I start?!
One thing, Don't worry about me, I never get fat :D I can handle all of them without sharing anyone :lol: .Anyone wants one? :D

[MissBethany]

In that case can I please nominate Sputnik Sweetheart by Haruki Murakami.
Of course, I'm new here and I don't even know if I'm allowed to nominate...

[hellsapoppin]

You will likely never read a novel that matches Tozon Shimazaki's The Broken Commandment. It is the greatest novel I ever read. I'll gladly read it again if there is a consensus for it.

Kit Kat? Did you mean Soseki Natsume's I Am A Cat?

[Trystan]

This is a good list. I think I will join in even if one of the three books I have read already win the vote (I enjoyed them all immensely).

Can I nominate? Well if so I'd like to nominate "Kangaroo Notebook" by Kobo Abe.

[THX-1138]

i nominate (Never Let Me Go) by Kazuo Ishiguro

http://www.fantasticfiction.co.uk/images/n26/n131362.jpg

[Scheherazade]

We have finally got the 10 nominations needed:

1. Kafka on the Shore by Haruki Murakami

2. Goodbye Tsugumi by Banana Yoshimoto.

3. Palm-of-the-Hand Stories by Yasunari Kawabata

4. Silence by Shusaku Endo

5. Spring Snow by Yukio Mishima

6. The Woman in the Dunes by Kobo Abe

7. The Wind-up Bird Chronicle by Haruki Murakami

8. Never Let Me Go by Kazuo Ishiguro

9. Kangaroo Notebook by Kobo Abe

10. The Broken Commandment Tozon Shimazaki


Kit Kat? Did you mean Soseki Natsume's I Am A Cat?That too! :p

In that case can I please nominate Sputnik Sweetheart by Haruki Murakami.
Of course, I'm new here and I don't even know if I'm allowed to nominate...You need to have at least 100 posts to be able to nominate/vote, Bethany.

[Scheherazade]

Some information on the books:


Kafka on the Shore by Haruki Murakami (http://www.amazon.com/Kafka-Shore-Haruki-Murakami/dp/1400079276/ref=pd_bbs_sr_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1214930973&sr=8-1)

Goodbye Tsugumi by Banana Yoshimoto (http://www.amazon.com/Goodbye-Tsugumi-Banana-Yoshimoto/dp/0802139914/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1214931052&sr=1-1)

Palm-of-the-Hand Stories by Yasunari Kawabata (http://www.amazon.com/Palm-Hand-Stories-Yasunari-Kawabata/dp/0374530491/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1214931092&sr=1-1)

Silence by Shusaku Endo (http://www.amazon.com/Silence-Shusaku-Endo/dp/0800871863/ref=pd_bbs_sr_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1214931146&sr=1-1)

Spring Snow by Yukio Mishima (http://www.amazon.com/Spring-Snow-Yukio-Mishima/dp/0679722416/ref=pd_bbs_sr_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1214931189&sr=1-1)

The Woman in the Dunes by Kobo Abe (http://www.amazon.com/Woman-Dunes-Kobo-Abe/dp/0679733787/ref=pd_bbs_sr_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1214931233&sr=1-1)

The Wind-up Bird Chronicle by Haruki Murakami (http://www.amazon.com/Wind-Up-Bird-Chronicle-Novel/dp/0679775439/ref=pd_bbs_sr_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1214931273&sr=1-1)

Kangaroo Notebook by Kobo Abe (http://www.amazon.com/Kangaroo-Notebook-Novel-Kobo-Abe/dp/0679746633/ref=pd_bbs_sr_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1214931366&sr=1-1)

The Broken Commandment Tozon Shimazaki (http://www.amazon.com/Broken-Commandment-Japanese-Foundation-Translation/dp/0860081915/ref=pd_bbs_sr_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1214931411&sr=1-1)

Norwegian Wood by Haruki Murakami (http://www.amazon.com/Norwegian-Wood-Haruki-Murakami/dp/0375704027)

[Scheherazade]

Decided to go with Never Let Me Go... Seems like an interesting book.

[bouquin]

Ishiguro is British.

[Scheherazade]

Ishiguro is British.Great :-/

Thanks for bringing that up, Bouquin.

He will be disqualified, unfortunately. I will replace it with Norwegian Wood by Haruki Murakami.

[Brigitte]

Norwegian Wood is on the poll but not in any of lists you've made nor is there a link available to see the summary description...

I'm going with Yukio Mishima's Spring Snow, though, just because I already own it and has been waiting 2 years to be read. Haha...

[Scheherazade]

Norwegian Wood is on the poll but not in any of lists you've made nor is there a link available to see the summary description...Thanks for reminding. I must have forgotten to add it in my hurry earlier (was on my lunch break).

PS: Glad you are back and posting, Brigitte! :)

[Niamh]

Go Norwegian Wood!

[thelastmelon]

I'm guessing the competition will be between Norwegian Wood and Kafka on the Shore, which are the only two books on the list that I've already read. Ironic. Go Goodbye Tsugumi! :thumbs_up

[Scheherazade]

I'm guessing the competition will be between Norwegian Wood and Kafka on the Shore, which are the only two books on the list that I've already read. Ironic. Go Goodbye Tsugumi! :thumbs_upI haven't read any of the books listed so probably will give a try to whatever has been chosen (as long as it is available at the library).

For some reason, Kafka on the Shore sounds very boring to me... but what do I know? :D

[Brigitte]

Thank you! It's good to be back. (: Couldn't stay away and it is summer after all!

I've never read any of the books on the list either so I'm excited for anything. Though people have told me Murakami is a fantastic author. Kafka On The Shore seems more interesting than Norwegian Wood, but that's just me.

[lugdunum]

[QUOTE=TheFifthElement;579934]I've already read Kafka on the Shore, not my favourite of Murakami's books though it is very good.

Although I still can't vote for any book, I've also read Kafka on the Shore and thought it was great. Currently reading Sputnik sweetheart also from Murakami and am really enjoying it so I'd be very happy to read any of his other books. Especially if you say that Kafka (...) is not his best book.

Yet I'm intrigued by JBI's comment on Mishima ....

Let's see which book wins.

:)

[papayahed]

I've just read the reviews on all the nominations and added 8 to my wish list.:(

[Scheherazade]

And I am adding it to my wish list that you vote for one of those before the end of the month!

:D

PS: Let me see your list so that I can get you one or two for your birthday! :)

[papayahed]

And I am adding it to my wish list that you vote for one of those before the end of the month!


When my day planner arrives I'll pencil it in..

[Nightshade]

:lol:

[Scheherazade]

When my day planner arrives I'll pencil it in..???

http://img390.imageshack.us/img390/4171/hellokittyzw4.jpg

[papayahed]

ok! I haven't purchased a day planner....yet!!!

[Nightshade]

But papaya its JULY!!!
:eek2:

[Scheherazade]

No worries. I have pencilled it in my diary:

"July 31:: PM, email, text, phone Papaya until she votes in Japan poll!"

[Niamh]

No worries. I have pencilled it in my diary:

"July 31:: PM, email, text, phone Papaya until she votes in Japan poll!"

Dont forget to keep mentioning Norwegian wood in every sentance! :p (especially seeing as we are the only ones who have voted for it!)

[sofia82]

No worries. I have pencilled it in my diary:

"July 31:: PM, email, text, phone Papaya until she votes in Japan poll!"

A good idea to remind Papayahed ;) hope this time you won't miss the vote :D

[DapperDrake]

Well I really know absolutely nothing about any of the nominations or authors so I think I'll sit this vote out... I'm intrigued by them all really.

[Scheherazade]

Wanted:

More votes for Norwegian Wood !

[Jozanny]

Wanted:

More votes for Norwegian Wood !

Can't give you that, but love your tagline this week Sche!:thumbs_up I am the big sis in my clan. My father tagged me with *nanny* back in the day and it stuck.:p

[Scheherazade]

Can't give you that, but love your tagline this week Sche!:thumbs_up I am the big sis in my clan. My father tagged me with *nanny* back in the day and it stuck.:phttp://img86.imageshack.us/img86/9003/bigsispb9.gif

Now that I have revealed the secret of my signature, you tell me about your avatar! :D

[Jozanny]

http://img86.imageshack.us/img86/9003/bigsispb9.gif


Now that I have revealed the secret of my signature, you tell me about your avatar! :D


The old one was the mouth of a lamprey. (I am perverse:p ) I switched to Sophia Loren for a bit, to honor Hollywood's glamourization of Italians, Italian-American culture...zzz:D

[Scheherazade]

Is that Sophia Loren??? :eek2:

I like her but in that photo she is... WOW!

[Niamh]

Wanted:

More votes for Norwegian Wood !

Yes! We want more votes!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Scheherazade]

http://img79.imageshack.us/img79/7682/unclesam100x200mk9.gif

To Vote for Norwegian Wood!

[thelastmelon]

Vote for: Goodbye Tsugumi

[TheFifthElement]

Well, I've conceded and gone for Kafka on the Shore. I've read it before but I'm thinking I'd definitely like to read it again, though it isn't my favourite (but it's better than Norweigian Wood ;) ). Can't let the Mishima book win out. I watched a programme about Murakami a couple of weeks go, and Mishima's militarism was what Murakami's writing was very much against, pushing for a more liberal approach in Japan. Actually, Murakami is fascinating, and a pretty d*** good writer too! Interesting article here for anyone who's interested : http://books.guardian.co.uk/departments/generalfiction/story/0,,957520,00.html

[Hira]

Thanks for the article TheFifthElement.

I've read Kafka On the Shore before, wouldn't say I loved it (maybe it was the translation) but would like to read it again like TheFifthElement to get more out of it. Not sure what Norwegian Wood would be like, they don't have it over here anyway.

[lugdunum]

Thanks for the article FifthElement. How impressive! All that this man has done... and he's "only" in his late 50's.

He's the ideal person to have seated next to you in a very long wedding party. :p

Even if I wouldn't mind re-reading Kafka on the shore, I must say that I'll mentally support (I still can't vote:blush: ) Norwegian Wood (by sending convincing vibes to voters :alien: )



Wanted:

More votes for Norwegian Wood !

Go Norwegian Wood:thumbs_up

[icandoit]

oh my god , so pitty , i missed this. If i had gone to this thread earlier :(( cos i have been too busy these weeks. I really like to read Japanese books esp books of banana:(

[Scheherazade]

Go Norwegian Wood:thumbs_up11 more posts and you can vote too! :D

[lugdunum]

11 more posts and you can vote too! :D

Made it! One more vote for Norwegian Wood

[Pyrrho]

I hope that it will not be 'Kafka on the Shore' because I already read it. Liked it very much even though it was so strange. Perhaps I'll reread it if it wins.

[mickitaz]

OOOoooo Japanese literature. Having been caught up somewhat in French Lit (from the April poll.. then from the summer reading list) I feel compelled to leave France. I have always wanted to delve into asian liturature.. but didn't know where to start. I am still making my decision.. teetering from Spring Snow and Norwegien Wood. Having just finished The Count of Monte Cristo, I am glad Tales of Genji is NOT one of the choices. While I enjoy long books most certainly, I feel the need for something a little shorter and lighter. I think I will keep an eye on how the poll goes.. and make my final decision.

[WildeWoman]

Hello.
This is my first post (just found this site) and I hope I'm not overstepping any boundries here. I'd love to tag along with you in August with whatever Japanese novel your book club chooses. As a Beatles/John Lennon fan the title "Norwegian Wood" appeals to me :), but know nothing about any of the books listed and I am not familiar with Japanese literature at all. I also realize I am not entitled to vote yet...I would love to join you in the plunge into any title the club chooses, if you will have me.

Sincerely,
WildeWoman.

[Scheherazade]

Mickitaz> Please hurry up! Only 10 days left! ;)

WildeWoman> Welcome to the Forum! If you manage to put 50 posts under your belt before the end of the month, you can vote in the poll (for Norwegian Wood, of course! ;))

I have already got the NW from the College library so common folks!

Show me your votes!

[lugdunum]

Welcome WildeWoman. :)

You can quickly reach the 50 posts by visiting the gamessection - That's what I did to be able to vote... for Norwegian Wood of course ;)

[mickitaz]

Mickitaz> Please hurry up! Only 10 days left! ;)

I have already got the NW from the College library so common folks!

Show me your votes!

Well Scheherazade, I took your advice and posted my vote. One more for Norweigen Wood (ok, so I think I spelled it wrong.. super tired). Puts us one more ahead.

I like to go against the grain anyway.. I have seen a lot of "talk" about Kafka on the Shore. While I am sure it is a good read, I like non pop culture, off the beaten path stuff. Since I never heard of Norwiegen Wood other than the editorials I read about it and others on the list... It got my vote.


Come on Everyone! 7 more days to go! (or somewhere therabouts):thumbs_up

[Victoria2133]

I'm going to have to go with the majority on this one and say Kafka on the Shore

[Scheherazade]

Well Scheherazade, I took your advice and posted my vote. One more for Norweigen Wood (ok, so I think I spelled it wrong.. super tired). Puts us one more ahead.

I like to go against the grain anyway.. I have seen a lot of "talk" about Kafka on the Shore. While I am sure it is a good read, I like non pop culture, off the beaten path stuff. Since I never heard of Norwiegen Wood other than the editorials I read about it and others on the list... It got my vote.


Come on Everyone! 7 more days to go! (or somewhere therabouts):thumbs_upGo Norwegian Wood!

[Virgil]

I'm going to have to go with the majority on this one and say Kafka on the Shore

Victoria - You need fifty posts to vote. You can go to the gams section and easily get fifty posts. Then come back here and vote for Kafka. :D

[Victoria2133]

Hey, thanks! I couldn't figure out why I wasn't allowed. What a newbie!

[lugdunum]

... and maybe by the time you get the 50 posts, we can convince you to vote for Norwegian Wood :p

[Victoria2133]

I think I can safely say that anything by Murakami is going to be worth a read. :)

[icandoit]

ooh, i am a huge fan of Banana. You guys should read hers stories. If you are a person thinking about the inside life , spirit... , you should read Kitchen , N.P, and her short stories.
I am not advertising her novels but really i am in love with her writings. I dont know much about the others JApanese writer ^ ^ (oh, i know Haruki Murakami ). So, you guys , i think if you are to know sth cool about one of the writers here, feel free to post ^ ^. We can have posts review some features of these Jap writers , right?

[TheFifthElement]

ooh, i am a huge fan of Banana. You guys should read hers stories. If you are a person thinking about the inside life , spirit... , you should read Kitchen , N.P, and her short stories.
I am not advertising her novels but really i am in love with her writings. I dont know much about the others JApanese writer ^ ^ (oh, i know Haruki Murakami ). So, you guys , i think if you are to know sth cool about one of the writers here, feel free to post ^ ^. We can have posts review some features of these Jap writers , right?


I love Banana Yashimoto too, though I've only read Asleep which is excellent. Which is your favourite? I would definitely read more.

[papayahed]

Has night voted yet???

[Scheherazade]

Nope.

Have you voted yet? :D (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RaNQjhXhfVs)

[mickitaz]

Come on peeps..Norwegian Wood only has three more votes to win!

Hmm.. wonder if a sub chat could be started for those who wanted to read this?

[papayahed]

Nope.

Have you voted yet? :D (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RaNQjhXhfVs)

I'm waiting to see where my vote will count the most.

[integrity]

I be new on this forum. I understand I can't vote here - that's okay, I don't really need/want to. But once the votes are in, can I still read participate in the discussions if I read the chosen novel? It sounds like fun, and I've never read any Japanese literature, so I am looking forward to it. (Forgive my newbie questions!)

[vheissu]

I be new on this forum. I understand I can't vote here - that's okay, I don't really need/want to. But once the votes are in, can I still read participate in the discussions if I read the chosen novel? It sounds like fun, and I've never read any Japanese literature, so I am looking forward to it. (Forgive my newbie questions!)

Of course you can take part in the discussion! :D




C'mon people, vote for Norwegian Wood!!!

[Virgil]

Vote for Kafka on the Shore by Haruki Murakami. It's supposed to be such an interesting book. :)

[Scheherazade]

I be new on this forum. I understand I can't vote here - that's okay, I don't really need/want to. But once the votes are in, can I still read participate in the discussions if I read the chosen novel? It sounds like fun, and I've never read any Japanese literature, so I am looking forward to it. (Forgive my newbie questions!)Discussions are open to everyone; having said that, if you manage to gather 50 posts before the end of the month, you can still vote.

Welcome to the Forum! :)

[TheFifthElement]

Vote for Kafka on the Shore by Haruki Murakami. It's supposed to be such an interesting book. :)

I second that! I've read both Norweigian Wood and Kafka on the Shore and both are good, but Kafka on the Shore is better ;)

[vheissu]

I second that! I've read both Norweigian Wood and Kafka on the Shore and both are good, but Kafka on the Shore is better ;)

Really? I've read Kafka on the Shore and The wind up bird chronicle by Murakami and I preferred the latter. Kafka was very intriguing but it just lacked that certain something that kept my attention with The wind up bird chronicle.


I'll probably read Norwegian Wood anyway, since I managed to find it here.

Has anyone read Dance, dance, dance by Murakami?

[Amylian]

I have Kafka on the Shore translated into Arabic, although I prefer reading it in English. But it does not matter as long as I am participating here for the first time...

[Scheherazade]

Going once...

[Scheherazade]

Going twice...

[Niamh]

One more post for Norweigian wood and its in the lead! (seeing as one of the nominators for Kafka only has 39 posts!)

[TheFifthElement]

Really? I've read Kafka on the Shore and The wind up bird chronicle by Murakami and I preferred the latter. Kafka was very intriguing but it just lacked that certain something that kept my attention with The wind up bird chronicle.


I'll probably read Norwegian Wood anyway, since I managed to find it here.

Has anyone read Dance, dance, dance by Murakami?

Oh I was comparing Norwegian Wood and Kafka on the Shore of the two Kafka on the Shore is better, but it's not my favourite Murakami book. My favourite is Hard-Boiled Wonderland and the End of the World but The Wind Up Bird Chronicle is excellent and I agree I enjoyed it better than Kafka on the Shore. A Wild Sheep Chase and Dance, Dance, Dance are excellent too (these are a set, if you want to read Dance, Dance, Dance read A Wild Sheep Chase first, it makes more sense that way though I enjoyed Dance, Dance, Dance more!). Sputnik Sweetheart was good too. Oh heck, who am I kidding, they're all good! I love Murakami!!! I'm reading After Dark at the moment and it's excellent. Can't wait for What I think when I think about running when it comes out later this year (biography, I expect brilliance, insight!)

I think, vheissu, that if you preferred The Wind Up Bird Chronicle to Kafka on the Shore you might find Norwegian Wood a bit disappointing. I did. I suppose it depends what interested you in the book, I found the magical realism of The Wind Up Bird Chronicle appealing, whereas this is none existent in Norwegian Wood. So I guess I don't find Norwegian Wood very representative of Murakami's overriding style.

[HerGuardian]

OK u got my vote

[Scheherazade]

We have a little more than an hour to go and still a tie!

[Niamh]

We have a little more than an hour to go and still a tie!

Dont you need to hav 50 posts or more? Spacetoon only has 39.... just curious...

[Scheherazade]

Yes, only votes from members with 50+ votes will be counted.

[Nossa]

Yes, only votes from members with 50+ votes will be counted.

I guess that solves it then. Kafka on the Shore has 8 votes, since Spacetoon only has 39 posts. So I think Norwegian Wood wins.

[Scheherazade]

We still have couple of minutes...

[Virgil]

I guess that solves it then. Kafka on the Shore has 8 votes, since Spacetoon only has 39 posts. So I think Norwegian Wood wins.

:bawling: :bawling: :bawling: :bawling:

[Amylian]

Too bad, I ordered Kafka on the shore already. Well I guess it is alright, I will try finding an online Copy of the Norwegian Wood.

[TheFifthElement]

Ah, what a shame. I love Murakami, I like people to see him at his best: Norwegian Wood isn't it. Oh well.

[Scheherazade]

Too bad, I ordered Kafka on the shore already. Well I guess it is alright, I will try finding an online Copy of the Norwegian Wood.Maybe you can start a discussion thread for Kafka on the Shore in the General Literature section for those who would like to read it.

The fact that it hasn't won the poll in the BC does not mean that you can still read and discuss it with other members who are willing to give it a go. :)

Norwegian Wood, here we come! :D

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RaNQjhXhfVs

[Virgil]

Maybe you can start a discussion thread for Kafka on the Shore in the General Literature section for those who would like to read it.

The fact that it hasn't won the poll in the BC does not mean that you can still read and discuss it with other members who are willing to give it a go. :)


Not a bad idea since I've got the book too. Right now I am enjoying Banville's The Sea, so i'm not in a hurry to get to another book.


Norwegian Wood, here we come! :D
:brickwall :brickwall :brickwall :p

[Nossa]

Well, whenever you all feel like reading Kafka on the Shore, I'll be happy to join in :)

[Niamh]

better go get a copy then! Woohoo!

[HerGuardian]

Too bad, I ordered Kafka on the shore already. Well I guess it is alright, I will try finding an online Copy of the Norwegian Wood.


i may send you a pdf copy of it