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| Original Title | 春泥 |
|---|---|
| Author | 久保田 万太郎 |
| Genre | Modern Short Fiction |
| Author Type | Male Author |
| Summary | Nishimaki Kinpei, a veteran actor deeply entrenched in Tokyo's theatre world, finds his familiar life slowly eroding. He clings to the traditions of his art and his master, Yura, amidst the city's relentless modernization. But a devastating newspaper report shatters his sense of security: the beloved Yura Troupe is disbanding, and a new venture, without him, is rising from its ashes. As loyalty is tested and old alliances fracture, Nishimaki must confront not only the cunning betrayal of his peers but also the terrifying prospect of obsolescence in a world that no longer values his seasoned artistry. The stage he once commanded is shrinking, and his very identity as an actor is at stake. Can an old crow learn new tricks, or will he be swallowed by the relentless tide of change, leaving only shadows behind? |
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