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Το Χρονικό Ενός Πολυταξιδεμένου Γάτου

Author: Hiro Arikawa

A stray cat lives in a parking lot in modern Tokyo. He wouldn’t trade his freedom for the comfort of an apartment for anything in the world. However, on the day he is hit by a car, he seeks help from...

A stray cat lives in a parking lot in modern Tokyo. He wouldn’t trade his freedom for the comfort of an apartment for anything in the world. However, on the day he is hit by a car, he seeks help from a young man named Satoru, who takes care of him, offers him the warmth of a home, and gives him the name Nana.

Five years later, Satoru embarks on a journey in...

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  • Release 9/2018
  • Pages Pages 288
  • Cover Cover Soft
  • Translation Translation Alexandra Kontaxaki
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A stray cat lives in a parking lot in modern Tokyo. He wouldn’t trade his freedom for the comfort of an apartment for anything in the world. However, on the day he is hit by a car, he seeks help from a young man named Satoru, who takes care of him, offers him the warmth of a home, and gives him the name Nana.

Five years later, Satoru embarks on a journey in his van, planning to visit three old childhood friends. By his side is Nana, who is happy about this experience even though he does not know the true purpose of the trip; Satoru does not want to reveal it to him.

Set against the backdrop of the changing seasons in Japan, Nana's story maps the emotions evoked by life's unexpected detours, celebrating the value of friendship and companionship. An allegorical novel that has moved millions of readers around the world shows how acts of love, both big and small, can change our lives.

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Author
Hiro Arikawa
Publisher
Minoas
Type
Prose
Cover
Soft
Number of Pages
288
Release Date
9/2018
Publication Date
2018
Dimensions
14.1x20.5 cm
ISBN-13
9786180210934

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  • Nikpan24

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    Nice little story but nothing to do with the title. It should be called the adventures of the owner of a well-traveled cat.

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  • Beautiful novel, I haven't finished it to have a complete opinion but so far I can say that I have read better! Of course, this does not negate the fact that it is a very good book to read on your vacation!

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  • rania_ranito
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    3 out of 3 members found this review helpful

    A tender story, a chronicle of a relationship journey filled with vibrant emotions. Love always triumphs in the end.

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  • Mr North Niche
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    5 out of 9 members found this review helpful

    It is a pleasant, tender read but in no case can I say that it thrilled me. I want (perhaps even demand) the books I read to take me a step "further" but this particular one didn't manage to do so. Easy to read and easy to forget.

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  • Marianna_Ps
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    Really wonderful book... it creates so many different emotions from the beginning to the end!
    Very easy to read, it doesn't tire you at all. I would definitely buy it again as a gift for friends!

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  • le_pap
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    6 out of 10 members found this review helpful

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    I may receive hate, but I can't say that I found this particular book moving. It had a rather simple to simplistic writing style and felt somewhat contrived - personally, I didn't find it particularly touching, to be honest, as it was advertised to me. It reminded me of the term 'tearjerker' and personally, I prefer there to be emotion without it feeling forced. If you enjoy reading classic authors and difficult books, I wouldn't recommend it to you.

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  • Eirini_Z_27
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    3 out of 3 members found this review helpful

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    Very tender, with humor and at the same time such strong emotions. I received it as a gift but I also read it myself. Wonderful!!

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  • emma.xenou1994
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    4 out of 4 members found this review helpful

    It keeps you constantly alert, wonderful writing style, and the fact that the whole book is from Nana's (the cat's) perspective is the most remarkable thing I have read so far... simply an amazing book!

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  • giannis_terzopoulos
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    12 out of 13 members found this review helpful

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    The best novel I have ever read.. Of course, I am not speaking objectively because I have a crazy love for cats... but it is the only book that brought tears to my eyes, something I have been searching for a long time...

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  • Despoina_A56
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    What a wonderful book. With humor, very nice descriptions, fluent style, and incredibly moving without exaggeration.

    It unfolds so smoothly, with very interesting narratives and dialogues.

    I would recommend it even for teenagers (maybe not younger children) with the only objection that it also mentions some sad events but still presents them very tenderly and highlights the true values and joys of life!!

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  • Ilianna_Bartzioudi
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    4 out of 4 members found this review helpful

    You travel with it in a magical way. It moves and touches you with such delicacy, subtly conveying the wonderful messages that will remain indelible within you. I recommend it.

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  • georiz1983
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    4 out of 4 members found this review helpful

    A perfect and highly educational book about love and animal welfare. It's a stray and it can change your life and perspective on many things forever. Read it. It's worth it.

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    Interesting, easy to read and touching, especially if the reader loves cats.

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    Very simple writing, easy for any reader. Touching, melodious, tender, easy to digest.

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  • It was good

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    Excellent with deep meanings. I highly recommend it

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    Very tender and well-written book. I recommend it!!!!

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    Full of deep messages and allegories, so simple yet so meaningful..

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    One of the best books I have ever read, a book that moves and touches the readers.

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    Very beautiful book. A sensitive story that moves without exaggeration. It makes you think..

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    One of the best and most touching books I have ever read!

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    Good very kids to take it

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    A book that everyone should read, in order to appreciate the value of life and friendship

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  • Nice little story but nothing to do with the title. It should be called the adventures of the owner of a well-traveled cat.

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  • Beautiful novel, I haven't finished it to have a complete opinion but so far I can say that I have read better! Of course, this does not negate the fact that it is a very good book to read on your vacation!

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  • A tender story, a chronicle of a relationship journey filled with vibrant emotions. Love always triumphs in the end.

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  • It is a pleasant, tender read but in no case can I say that it thrilled me. I want (perhaps even demand) the books I read to take me a step "further" but this particular one didn't manage to do so. Easy to read and easy to forget.

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  • Really wonderful book... it creates so many different emotions from the beginning to the end!
    Very easy to read, it doesn't tire you at all. I would definitely buy it again as a gift for friends!

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A stray cat lives in a parking lot in modern Tokyo. He wouldn’t trade his freedom for the comfort of an apartment for anything in the world. However, on the day he is hit by a car, he seeks help from a young man named Satoru, who takes care of him, offers him the warmth of a home, and gives him the name Nana.

Five years later, Satoru embarks on a journey in his van, planning to visit three old childhood friends. By his side is Nana, who is happy about this experience even though he does not know the true purpose of the trip; Satoru does not want to reveal it to him.

Set against the backdrop of the changing seasons in Japan, Nana's story maps the emotions evoked by life's unexpected detours, celebrating the value of friendship and companionship. An allegorical novel that has moved millions of readers around the world shows how acts of love, both big and small, can change our lives.

Manufacturer

Author
Hiro Arikawa
Publisher
Minoas
Type
Prose
Cover
Soft
Number of Pages
288
Release Date
9/2018
Publication Date
2018
Dimensions
14.1x20.5 cm
ISBN-13
9786180210934

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  • Nikpan24

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    Nice little story but nothing to do with the title. It should be called the adventures of the owner of a well-traveled cat.

    Translated from Greek ·
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    • I liked the writing style
    • I would recommend it for reading
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  • Beautiful novel, I haven't finished it to have a complete opinion but so far I can say that I have read better! Of course, this does not negate the fact that it is a very good book to read on your vacation!

    Translated from Greek ·
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  • rania_ranito
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    3 out of 3 members found this review helpful

    A tender story, a chronicle of a relationship journey filled with vibrant emotions. Love always triumphs in the end.

    Translated from Greek ·
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    • Was it easy to read?
    • Was it interesting enough?
    • I liked the writing style
    • I would recommend it for reading
    • I might read a book by the same author
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  • Mr North Niche
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    5 out of 9 members found this review helpful

    It is a pleasant, tender read but in no case can I say that it thrilled me. I want (perhaps even demand) the books I read to take me a step "further" but this particular one didn't manage to do so. Easy to read and easy to forget.

    Translated from Greek ·
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    • I liked the writing style in some parts
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  • Marianna_Ps
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    2 out of 2 members found this review helpful

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    Really wonderful book... it creates so many different emotions from the beginning to the end!
    Very easy to read, it doesn't tire you at all. I would definitely buy it again as a gift for friends!

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  • le_pap
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    6 out of 10 members found this review helpful

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    I may receive hate, but I can't say that I found this particular book moving. It had a rather simple to simplistic writing style and felt somewhat contrived - personally, I didn't find it particularly touching, to be honest, as it was advertised to me. It reminded me of the term 'tearjerker' and personally, I prefer there to be emotion without it feeling forced. If you enjoy reading classic authors and difficult books, I wouldn't recommend it to you.

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  • Eirini_Z_27
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    3 out of 3 members found this review helpful

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    Very tender, with humor and at the same time such strong emotions. I received it as a gift but I also read it myself. Wonderful!!

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  • emma.xenou1994
    5
    4 out of 4 members found this review helpful

    It keeps you constantly alert, wonderful writing style, and the fact that the whole book is from Nana's (the cat's) perspective is the most remarkable thing I have read so far... simply an amazing book!

    Translated from Greek ·
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  • giannis_terzopoulos
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    12 out of 13 members found this review helpful

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    The best novel I have ever read.. Of course, I am not speaking objectively because I have a crazy love for cats... but it is the only book that brought tears to my eyes, something I have been searching for a long time...

    Translated from Greek ·
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  • Despoina_A56
    5
    5 out of 6 members found this review helpful

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    What a wonderful book. With humor, very nice descriptions, fluent style, and incredibly moving without exaggeration.

    It unfolds so smoothly, with very interesting narratives and dialogues.

    I would recommend it even for teenagers (maybe not younger children) with the only objection that it also mentions some sad events but still presents them very tenderly and highlights the true values and joys of life!!

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  • Ilianna_Bartzioudi
    5
    4 out of 4 members found this review helpful

    You travel with it in a magical way. It moves and touches you with such delicacy, subtly conveying the wonderful messages that will remain indelible within you. I recommend it.

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  • georiz1983
    5
    4 out of 4 members found this review helpful

    A perfect and highly educational book about love and animal welfare. It's a stray and it can change your life and perspective on many things forever. Read it. It's worth it.

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    Interesting, easy to read and touching, especially if the reader loves cats.

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    Very simple writing, easy for any reader. Touching, melodious, tender, easy to digest.

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  • It was good

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    Excellent with deep meanings. I highly recommend it

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    1 out of 1 members found this review helpful

    Very tender and well-written book. I recommend it!!!!

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    Full of deep messages and allegories, so simple yet so meaningful..

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  • 5
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    One of the best books I have ever read, a book that moves and touches the readers.

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    Very beautiful book. A sensitive story that moves without exaggeration. It makes you think..

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    One of the best and most touching books I have ever read!

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    Good very kids to take it

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    A book that everyone should read, in order to appreciate the value of life and friendship

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  • Nice little story but nothing to do with the title. It should be called the adventures of the owner of a well-traveled cat.

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  • Beautiful novel, I haven't finished it to have a complete opinion but so far I can say that I have read better! Of course, this does not negate the fact that it is a very good book to read on your vacation!

    Translated from Greek ·
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  • A tender story, a chronicle of a relationship journey filled with vibrant emotions. Love always triumphs in the end.

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  • It is a pleasant, tender read but in no case can I say that it thrilled me. I want (perhaps even demand) the books I read to take me a step "further" but this particular one didn't manage to do so. Easy to read and easy to forget.

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  • Really wonderful book... it creates so many different emotions from the beginning to the end!
    Very easy to read, it doesn't tire you at all. I would definitely buy it again as a gift for friends!

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