The Greatest Japanese "Psychological, Lisbon" Books of All Time
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The Psychological genre of books typically explores the inner workings of the human mind and emotions, often delving into complex and sometimes disturbing psychological states. These books may focus on mental illness, trauma, relationships, or personal growth, and often challenge readers to confront their own beliefs and perceptions. Psychological books may be suspenseful, thought-provoking, and emotionally intense, offering readers a deep and often unsettling glimpse into the human psyche.
The "Lisbon" category in books encapsulates a literary journey through the storied streets, vibrant culture, and rich history of Portugal's capital city. These books may span various genres, including historical fiction, travel memoirs, cultural studies, and detective novels, but they are all unified by their setting in Lisbon. Readers can expect to be transported to the sun-drenched hills of the Alfama district, to walk the bustling avenues of Baixa, or to be swept along the Tagus River's banks, all while exploring the city's past and present. From tales of the Age of Discoveries, when Lisbon was the center of a vast maritime empire, to contemporary narratives of urban life and its complexities, the "Lisbon" category offers a multifaceted look at the city's unique allure, its enduring mysteries, and the indelible mark it leaves on inhabitants and visitors alike.
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1. Silence by Shūsaku Endō
"Silence" is a historical novel set in the 17th century, which follows a Portuguese Jesuit missionary who travels to Japan to comfort local Christians and find his mentor, who is rumored to have renounced his faith. The protagonist experiences the brutal persecution of Christians by the Japanese government, and grapples with the silence of God in the face of suffering. The narrative explores themes of faith, doubt, cultural clash, and the human capacity for both cruelty and endurance.
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