Brian Nishii narrates this uniquely thoughtful audiobook, translated from a 1937 Japanese classic. It is surprisingly relevant today. Fifteen-year-old Copper’s experiences with school friends and bullies alternate with conversations with his beloved uncle, who also writes essays. As Uncle, Nishii speaks with the slow quiet of an elder accustomed to receiving respect. Uncle shares ideas with Copper on his problems, offering timeless perspectives that seamlessly encompass concepts of science, consumerism, history, and more. His teachings are philosophical, rather than didactic. Nishii creates a heartfelt Copper, respectful and pleasant in both manner and voice, yet we hear painful remorse and shame when he deserts his own lofty ideals. A showdown with school bullies is particularly tense. Nishii’s slight Japanese accent reminds the listener of the book’s universality. L.T. Winner of AudioFile Earphones Award, 2022 Best Audiobook © AudioFile 2022, Portland, Maine
The Japanese classic that has delighted millions of readers, in English for the first time.
Following the death of his father, Copper, fifteen, faces enormous changes, and he wonders about things he used to take for granted, including his place in the world, friendship and loyalty, and the role of luck and choice in his future.
Meanwhile, Copper's uncle writes to him in a journal, sharing knowledge and offering his advice on life's big questions as Copper begins to consider what matters most.
How Do You Live? is a Japanese classic written for young readers and cherished by many for a lifetime. Academy Award-winning animator Hayao Miyazaki (Spirited Away, My Neighbor Totoro, Howl's Moving Castle) has called it his favorite
childhood book and announced plans to make it the basis of his expected final film.
This first-ever English-language edition includes a foreword by fantasy master Neil Gaiman.
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Following the death of his father, Copper, fifteen, faces enormous changes, and he wonders about things he used to take for granted, including his place in the world, friendship and loyalty, and the role of luck and choice in his future.
Meanwhile, Copper's uncle writes to him in a journal, sharing knowledge and offering his advice on life's big questions as Copper begins to consider what matters most.
How Do You Live? is a Japanese classic written for young readers and cherished by many for a lifetime. Academy Award-winning animator Hayao Miyazaki (Spirited Away, My Neighbor Totoro, Howl's Moving Castle) has called it his favorite
childhood book and announced plans to make it the basis of his expected final film.
This first-ever English-language edition includes a foreword by fantasy master Neil Gaiman.
How Do You Live?
The Japanese classic that has delighted millions of readers, in English for the first time.
Following the death of his father, Copper, fifteen, faces enormous changes, and he wonders about things he used to take for granted, including his place in the world, friendship and loyalty, and the role of luck and choice in his future.
Meanwhile, Copper's uncle writes to him in a journal, sharing knowledge and offering his advice on life's big questions as Copper begins to consider what matters most.
How Do You Live? is a Japanese classic written for young readers and cherished by many for a lifetime. Academy Award-winning animator Hayao Miyazaki (Spirited Away, My Neighbor Totoro, Howl's Moving Castle) has called it his favorite
childhood book and announced plans to make it the basis of his expected final film.
This first-ever English-language edition includes a foreword by fantasy master Neil Gaiman.
Following the death of his father, Copper, fifteen, faces enormous changes, and he wonders about things he used to take for granted, including his place in the world, friendship and loyalty, and the role of luck and choice in his future.
Meanwhile, Copper's uncle writes to him in a journal, sharing knowledge and offering his advice on life's big questions as Copper begins to consider what matters most.
How Do You Live? is a Japanese classic written for young readers and cherished by many for a lifetime. Academy Award-winning animator Hayao Miyazaki (Spirited Away, My Neighbor Totoro, Howl's Moving Castle) has called it his favorite
childhood book and announced plans to make it the basis of his expected final film.
This first-ever English-language edition includes a foreword by fantasy master Neil Gaiman.
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BN ID: | 2940176175325 |
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Publisher: | Recorded Books, LLC |
Publication date: | 01/04/2022 |
Edition description: | Unabridged |
Age Range: | 10 - 13 Years |
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