August / Japan Reading Poll

[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.

:)

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

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! :)

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Originally Posted by Scheherazade

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

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

:lol:

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Originally Posted by papayahed

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

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http://img390.imageshack.us/img390/4...lokittyzw4.jpg

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

But papaya its JULY!!!
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No worries. I have pencilled it in my diary:

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

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Originally Posted by Scheherazade

No worries. I have pencilled it in my diary:

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

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

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Originally Posted by Scheherazade

No worries. I have pencilled it in my diary:

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

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

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.

Wanted:

More votes for Norwegian Wood !

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Originally Posted by Scheherazade

Wanted:

More votes for Norwegian Wood !

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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

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Originally Posted by Jozanny

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

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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

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Originally Posted by Scheherazade

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

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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

Is that Sophia Loren??? :eek2:

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

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Originally Posted by Scheherazade

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More votes for Norwegian Wood !

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

http://img79.imageshack.us/img79/768...100x200mk9.gif

To Vote for Norwegian Wood!

Vote for: Goodbye Tsugumi

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/departme...957520,00.html

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.

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: )

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Originally Posted by Scheherazade

Wanted:

More votes for Norwegian Wood !

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Go Norwegian Wood:thumbs_up

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:(

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Originally Posted by lugdunum

Go Norwegian Wood:thumbs_up

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11 more posts and you can vote too! :D

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Originally Posted by Scheherazade

11 more posts and you can vote too! :D

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Made it! One more vote for Norwegian Wood

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.

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.

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.

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!

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 ;)

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Originally Posted by Scheherazade

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!

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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

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

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Originally Posted by mickitaz

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

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Go Norwegian Wood!

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Originally Posted by Victoria2133

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

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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

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

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

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

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?

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Originally Posted by 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?

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