Klara and the Sun - Kazuo Ishiguro

ISBN: 9780735281264

In Ishiguro’s most recent novel Klara and the Sun, readers are introduced to Klara , an artificial friend designed to accompany and support children. Set in a not-so-distant future, the novel navigates themes of love, loneliness, and the intricacies of human experience through Klara's unique perspective. As she observes the world from her vantage point in a store, Klara contemplates the nature of her existence and the emotional connections humans form, ultimately raising profound questions about what it means to be truly alive. “The Sun” is just as important of a plot device as Klara is, with it becoming almost a character of its own, organizing the plot of the book. The warmth of the sun becomes a pivotal symbol in the narrative, signifying hope and the complexity of human relationships, making this thought-provoking tale haunting yet heartwarming..

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ISBNs of note: 9780735281264

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