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| Original Title | 無名作家の日記 |
|---|---|
| Author | 菊池 寛 |
| Genre | Modern Short Fiction |
| Author Type | Male Author |
| Summary | Fleeing the cutthroat literary scene of Tokyo and the shadow of his ambitious rivals, an unnamed aspiring writer seeks refuge and inspiration in the quiet solace of Kyoto. But instead of peace, he finds himself haunted by a crushing anxiety: does he possess the innate talent to truly succeed? As his former peers, Yamano and Kuwata, blaze a trail of dazzling success, publishing acclaimed works and forming their own literary circle, he spirals into self-doubt. Desperate to prove himself, he pins his hopes on a single play and the elusive mentorship of a reclusive professor. In a world where genius is celebrated and mediocrity scorned, his diary chronicles a desperate fight for recognition, or a slow descent into obscurity. |
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