Review by savedfromdeath - No Longer Human

savedfromdeath 's review for:

No Longer Human by Osamu Dazai

2.5

dark sad medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Character

Strong character development: Complicated

Loveable characters: No

Diverse cast of characters: No

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

Very well written and interesting but read by the wrong person could be bad. Such flawed philosopical and ideological viewpoints could be bad for those looking for affirm their own similar takes. The way the character views women and sexual assault in particular is very dangerous. I enjoyed seeing how fucked up he was and trying to analyze where these feelings were coming from but I don't think I agree with more than one or two things he said total throughout the novel. He depicts his feelings and views very well though which made this more enjoyable to read but I just couldn't get past his flawed world view to enough to enjoy it too much passed that. Interesting novel but feel no need to revisit this one ever again.

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