{"title":"Hideo Furukawa","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the world of Hideo Furukawa, a celebrated Japanese author known for his imaginative storytelling and versatile literary works. Furukawa's oeuvre offers a captivating blend of genres, where science fiction meets fantasy and thought-provoking themes intertwine with general fiction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of Furukawa’s most intriguing novels, \u003cem\u003eBelka, Why Don't You Bark?\u003c\/em\u003e, invites readers into a historical narrative that mingles real-world events with a dog's perspective. It's a richly layered tale that explores the impact of war and the connectivity of beings across different landscapes and times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eSlow Boat\u003c\/em\u003e, Furukawa takes a unique approach, presenting a thoughtful journey through Tokyo. This story delves into the psyche of its characters and the city itself, offering a reflective exploration that's both intimate and universal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a fan of sci-fi \u0026amp; fantasy or general fiction, Hideo Furukawa’s works promise an enriching experience filled with innovative plots and profound insights. Explore his collection today and immerse yourself in narratives that challenge conventions and expand the boundaries of storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"slow-boat-by-hideo-furukawa-9781805331414","title":"Slow Boat","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA startling novella from the heir to Haruki Murakami and Gabriel García Márquez.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e'I've never made it out of Tokyo. I can't tell you how many times I've asked myself if the boundary is real. Of course it's real. And if you think I'm lying, you can come and see for yourself.'\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTrapped in Tokyo and left behind by a series of girlfriends, the narrator of \u003cem\u003eSlow Boat\u003c\/em\u003e sizes up his situation. He reflects on his missteps, his violent rebellions, and his tiny victories. However, he is not a passive loser, content to accept all that fate hands him. He attempts one last escape to the edges of the city, holding onto the only safety net he has known—his dreams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFilled with lyrical longing and humour, \u003cem\u003eSlow Boat\u003c\/em\u003e captures perfectly the urge to get away and the necessity of finding yourself in a world which might never even be looking for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHideo Furukawa, born in 1966, is an acclaimed and prize-winning writer, hailed by many in Japan's literary world as a prodigy worthy of inheriting the mantle of Haruki Murakami. He was awarded the Mishima Prize in 2006 for \u003cem\u003eLove\u003c\/em\u003e. His best-known novel is the 2008 \u003cem\u003eHoly Family\u003c\/em\u003e, an epic work of alternate history set in north-eastern Japan, where he was born.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46552060985580,"sku":"9781805331414","price":23.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/21328443482830.jpg?v=1750014538"},{"product_id":"belka-why-dont-you-bark-by-hideo-furukawa-9781421549378","title":"Belka, Why Don't You Bark?","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThe history of the contemporary world, as seen through the story of WWII military dogs and their descendants.\u003c\/b\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eBelka, Why Don’t You Bark?\u003c\/i\u003e begins in 1943, when Japanese troops retreat from the Aleutian island of Kiska, leaving four military dogs behind. One of them dies in isolation, and the others are taken under the protection of U.S. troops. Meanwhile, in the USSR, a KGB military dog handler kidnaps the daughter of a Japanese yakuza. Named after the Russian astronaut dog Strelka, the girl develops a psychic connection with canines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA multi-generational epic as seen through the eyes of man’s best friend, the dogs who are used as mere tools for the benefit of humankind gradually discover their true selves, and learn something about us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46702929248492,"sku":"9781421549378","price":43.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/3175523482694.jpg?v=1753939642"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/hideo-furukawa.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}