"Rashomon" by Ryunosuke Akutagawa is a collection of short stories that delves into the complexities of truth, perception, and the fallibility of human memory. The title story, "Rashomon," revolves around a murder and the conflicting accounts of witnesses and participants. Set in medieval Japan, the narratives explore the subjectivity of truth as different characters provide their own versions of events, each shaded by their biases and motivations. Akutagawa's masterful storytelling weaves a tapestry of ambiguity and moral ambiguity, challenging readers to question the nature of reality and the reliability of human testimony. Through its exploration of multiple perspectives and the elusive nature of objective truth, "Rashomon" continues to be a thought-provoking exploration of the complexities of human nature and the malleability of narrative.
Penulis: Ryunosuke Akutagawa
Penerbit: Odise, 2023
Kategori: Sastra Klasik
SKU: BRD19072
Bahasa: English
Dimensi: 14 x 20 cm l Sofcover
Tebal: Vi + 165 hlm | Bookpaper
Harga: 65.000