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Aside from novels, what other genres did Soseki write?

  • Plays and poetry

  • Haiku, kanshi, poetry and fairy tales

  • Science fictions and horror stories

  • Travelogues and biographies.

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Soseki Natsume, a Japanese novelist, poet, playwright, and critic, is best known for his novels, such as "Kokoro" and "I Am a Cat". However, he also wrote in other genres, including haiku, kanshi, poetry, and fairy tales. His haiku are known for their simplicity and directness, while his kanshi are more complex and lyrical. His poetry is often philosophical in nature, and his fairy tales are whimsical and entertaining.
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