Books like 博士の愛した数式 by 小川洋子
A gifted Japanese maths professor, whose career is shadowed by a traumatic head injury that limits his short‑term memory to eighty minutes, relies on the support of a caring housekeeper who also looks after her ten‑year‑old son. Their daily interactions give rise to a delicate and poignant bond, as the professor’s love of equations brings unexpected comfort and a sense of belonging to the trio. The novel explores themes of memory, identity, and the healing power of connection in a contemporary setting.
First publish date: 2003
Genre: Literary Fiction/Contemporary Literary Fiction
Authors: 小川洋子
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