num_pages: 192
description: The writers in this dazzling collection of twelve short stories represent the American debut of the best of contemporary Japanese fiction. Reflecting the diversity and tensions within one of the world's most fascinating cultures and presenting some surprising literary innovation, this is an indispensable volume for anyone interested in Japan and its writers. This is the classic and groundbreaking book that introduced Hakumi Murakami and Banana Yoshimoto to an English speaking audience. -- A NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEW "EDITOR'S CHOICE" &amp; "BEST SUMMER READING" SELECTION
language: English
title: New Japanese Voices: The Best Contemporary Fiction from Japan
publisher: The Atlantic Monthly Press: A Morgan Entrekin Book