59 pages • 1 hour read
Haruki MurakamiNorwegian Wood
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1987A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
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Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Norwegian Wood by Haruki Murakami captivates with its poignant portrayal of love and loss, set in 1960s Japan. Readers praise its evocative writing and complex characters, resonating deeply on an emotional level. However, some feel the narrative pace can be slow and melancholic themes overwhelming. Overall, it's a compelling, thought-provoking read.
Who Should Read Norwegian Wood?
A reader who would enjoy Norwegian Wood by Haruki Murakami is typically drawn to introspective and poignant narratives with a mix of nostalgia and melancholy. Fans of J.D. Salinger's The Catcher in the Rye and F. Scott Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby would likely appreciate Murakami's exploration of young love, loss, and self-discovery.
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Reading Age
18+yearsLexile Level
790L