Norwegian Wood – Haruki Murakami

Norwegian Wood is one of Haruki Murakami’s most beloved and emotionally resonant novels. Set in 1960s Tokyo, the story follows Toru Watanabe, a quiet and introspective college student, as he navigates love, loss, loneliness, and coming of age.

Through his relationships with the fragile Naoko and the vibrant Midori, Murakami explores themes of memory, sexuality, mental health, and the pain of growing up. Unlike his more surreal works, Norwegian Wood is deeply realistic, tender, and hauntingly nostalgic.

Beautifully written and emotionally powerful, Norwegian Wood is a modern classic that captures the bittersweet nature of youth and first love.

Author: Haruki Murakami
Genre: Literary Fiction, Romance, Coming-of-Age
Language: English