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| Original Title | 愛する人達 |
|---|---|
| Author | 林 芙美子 |
| Genre | Modern Short Fiction |
| Author Type | Female Author |
| Summary | In the stark, ravaged landscape of post-war Tokyo, Fujisaki Senzo, a struggling university student, grapples with poverty and the profound responsibility of caring for young Gorō. Their days are a constant battle against hunger and despair, their only solace fleeting moments of poetry. But when a vital source of income unexpectedly vanishes, their precarious world threatens to collapse entirely. Forced to make agonizing choices, Senzo must navigate the city's harsh black markets and confront the erosion of his dreams, all while shielding Gorō from the brutal realities. As the line between survival and surrender blurs, what profound sacrifices will Senzo make for those he holds dear, and can love truly endure in a world stripped bare? |
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