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I Am A Cat (excerpt)

Sōseki Natsume

I Am A Cat (excerpt)

I Am A Cat (excerpt)

Sōseki Natsume

I Am A Cat is a novel by Sōseki Natsume, published in serial form from 1905 to 1906. This excerpt includes the first two chapters, presenting a humorous and insightful commentary on Japanese society through the perspective of a nameless cat. Recognized as a landmark of modern Japanese literature, it showcases Natsume's unique narrative style and social critique. The first two chapters were translated into English by Kan-ichi Ando, making this excerpt accessible to a wider audience.

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These are the first two chapters of Natsume Sōseki's masterpiece, "I Am A Cat" (Wagahai wa Neko de Aru). It is recognize...

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