If Cats Disappeared From The World by Genki Kawamura (English) Paperback Book

Description: If Cats Disappeared From The World by Genki Kawamura, Eric Selland A million-copy bestseller, a poignant and thought-provoking Japanese tale that asks what it really is that makes life worth living. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Our narrators days are numbered. Estranged from his family, living alone with only his cat Cabbage for company, he was unprepared for the doctors diagnosis that he has only months to live. But before he can set about tackling his bucket list, the Devil appears with a special offer: in exchange for making one thing in the world disappear, he can have one extra day of life. And so begins a very bizarre week . . .Because how do you decide what makes life worth living? How do you separate out what you can do without from what you hold dear? In dealing with the Devil our narrator will take himself - and his beloved cat - to the brink. Genki Kawamuras If Cats Disappeared from the World is a story of loss and reconciliation, of one mans journey to discover what really matters in modern life.This beautiful tale is translated from the Japanese by Eric Selland, who also translated The Guest Cat by Takashi Hiraide. Fans of The Guest Cat will also surely love If Cats Disappeared from the World. Notes The narrator of this Japanese million-copy bestseller now available in English hears from the doctor that his days are numbered, and is propositioned by the Devil with an extra day of life for each thing he chooses to banish from existence. What follows is a poignant exploration of what makes life worth living, as faced by a man and his beloved cat. Translated by Eric Selland, who also translated The Guest Cat. Back Cover The Devil picked that moment to announce in his usual cheerful manner the next item hed make disappear. I couldnt think about anything anymore, so I said yes just like that. At that point, the thought that it could happen to my cat Cabbage had never crossed my mind . . . Flap The Devil picked that moment to announce in his usual cheerful manner the next item hed make disappear. I couldnt think about anything anymore, so I said yes just like that. At that point, the thought that it could happen to my cat Cabbage had never crossed my mind . . . Author Biography Genki Kawamura is a bestseller author of three novels (Million Dollar Man, April Come She Will), three childrens picture books (Tinny & The Balloon, MOOM, Monster Patisserie), one collection of fictional film project pitches, and two collections of interviews. If Cats Disappeared from the World is his first book of fiction and has sold 1.7 million copies to date in Japan, with publishing deals in 15 countries. His second novel Million Dollar Man has sold 760 thousand copies. He occasionally produces, directs and writes movies, and is a showrunner as well. Review A warm, quirky novel on life, love, family estrangement and what remains when we are gone with a surprising emotional charge. * Observer *If youre a fan of The Guest Cat (or even just cats generally), youll love this. * Sunday Times #StyleReads *This brief existential enquiry into lifes priorities is gently charming. * The Skinny *A moral tale. * The Express *A poignant, affecting story about facing up to ones mortality, taking responsibility for ones choices and deciding what truly holds value. * The Herald *Reminiscent of Johnathan Livingston Seagull, this was a quick read – it only took me a few hours – but it will stay with you long after you finish it. * My Weekly * Promotional A million-copy bestseller, a poignant and thought-provoking Japanese tale that asks what it really is that makes life worth living. Review Quote A warm, quirky novel on life, love, family estrangement and what remains when we are gone with a surprising emotional charge. Promotional "Headline" A million-copy bestseller, a poignant and thought-provoking Japanese tale that asks what it really is that makes life worth living. Details ISBN1509889175 Author Eric Selland Publisher Pan Macmillan Year 2018 Translator Eric Selland ISBN-10 1509889175 ISBN-13 9781509889174 Format Paperback Publication Date 2018-09-20 Media Book Audience Age 18 Imprint Picador Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 895.636 Language English UK Release Date 2018-09-20 Audience General AU Release Date 2018-09-24 NZ Release Date 2018-09-24 Pages 208 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:118402665;

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