"I am a Cat" is Natsume Soseki's masterpiece. From the perspective of a cat, the novel observes and comments on the daily life of its owner, Kushaya, who is a middle school teacher, and his friends, as well as events such as the marriage of the daughter of the capitalist neighbor Kaneda. The cat language in the novel is humorous and witty, and the author uses it to mock the empty spiritual world of the intellectuals in Meiji society and expose the snobbish, vulgar and ferocious nature of the bourgeoisie. The book is cleverly conceived and exaggerated in technique, vividly reflecting the thoughts and life of Japan's petty and middle-class bourgeoisie at the beginning of the 20th century, exposing and criticizing the "civilized and enlightened" capitalist society of the Meiji period.
Reader comments
This book is so interesting! Observing human life through a cat's perspective, those humorous and witty words made me laugh. Just like what is said in the book, "Although human beings are smart, they have one of the biggest weaknesses, which is that they often ignore their own stupidity." This reminds me that sometimes I make such mistakes. This book made me think more about life and cherish the people and things around me more. I recommend everyone to read it!
This book is so interesting! Observing human life through a cat's perspective, those humorous and witty words made me laugh. Just like what is said in the book, "Although human beings are smart, they have one of the biggest weaknesses, which is that they often ignore their own stupidity." This reminds me that sometimes I make such mistakes. This book made me think more about life and cherish the people and things around me more. I recommend everyone to read it!