Which novel is Kōbō Abe best known for?
The Ark Sakura
The Ruined Map
The Woman in the Dunes
Secret Rendezvous
Answer
"The Woman in the Dunes," a masterpiece by Kōbō Abe, captures the essence of existentialism and the struggle for freedom. The novel centers around a man trapped in a sandpit with a woman, tasked with digging the sand to prevent it from swallowing their dwelling. Its profound examination of humanity's place in an absurd and unforgiving world has consolidated Abe's reputation as one of Japan's most prominent literary figures.
Unveiling the Enigma: A Literary Quest through the World of Kōbō Abe
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