Natsume SosekiKokoro

Monique Jackson
I discovered this classic watching an anime series called Aoi Bungaku which showcased a variety of popular novels. Set in the early 20th century we're taken on a personal journey between a young man - the nameless narrator - and an older man he calls Sensei (teacher).
Kokoro takes us back and forth through time via the memories of Sensei showing us the importance of communication, relationships and perspective. Time plays an important role and sets the tone. As we're taken on this journey through time, the death of emperor Meiji emphasises a new epoch culturally and politically.
Transitions in more way than one are important in Kokoro and it leaves us with many wise thoughts we can carry with us in real life.
Kokoro takes us back and forth through time via the memories of Sensei showing us the importance of communication, relationships and perspective. Time plays an important role and sets the tone. As we're taken on this journey through time, the death of emperor Meiji emphasises a new epoch culturally and politically.
Transitions in more way than one are important in Kokoro and it leaves us with many wise thoughts we can carry with us in real life.