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| Original Title | 計算は計算 |
|---|---|
| Author | 岸田 国士 |
| Genre | Popular Fiction |
| Author Type | Male Author |
| Summary | In post-war Japan, Moriya Tamesuke, a reserved yet earnest psychology professor, navigates a world shifting beneath his feet. Approaching his mid-fifties, he clings to traditional ideals of education and parenthood while confronting the apathy of a younger generation. At home, his younger children—carefree Shizuko and elusive Tatsuya—challenge his authority with casual indifference, leaving him adrift in doubts about his role as a father. At the university, dwindling attendance and students prioritizing survival over learning test his faith in academia’s purpose. A poignant encounter with Manabe, a struggling student selling lecture notes to survive, forces Moriya into an unsettling transaction that blurs the lines between mentorship and commerce. As he grapples with disillusionment and fleeting moments of connection—like reuniting with an old friend—Moriya’s quiet resilience faces a world where calculation overshadows compassion. His journey unfolds in the tension between fading traditions and a reality where even knowledge becomes a commodity. |
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