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A review by irxren
Underground: The Tokyo Gas Attack and the Japanese Psyche by Haruki Murakami
4.0
In this non-fiction literary collection, Murakami delves into the real-life stories of individuals profoundly affected by the Tokyo Gas Attack, a chilling act of terrorism that shook Japan. From a random train passenger to a dedicated officer and even an Irish Jockey, each person's experience during the deadliest incident since World War II unfolds in raw detail.
The book captures the diverse perspectives of those caught in the chaos: 13 lives lost, 50 severely injured, and thousands rushed to hospitals. Murakami skillfully avoids his usual magical realism, opting for a straightforward narrative that reflects the unadorned reality of the event. What sets this book apart is its sincere exploration of why such horrors occur and the lessons humanity can glean from them.
The book captures the diverse perspectives of those caught in the chaos: 13 lives lost, 50 severely injured, and thousands rushed to hospitals. Murakami skillfully avoids his usual magical realism, opting for a straightforward narrative that reflects the unadorned reality of the event. What sets this book apart is its sincere exploration of why such horrors occur and the lessons humanity can glean from them.