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Disability Fiction - The Housekeeper and the Professor (Vintage Classics Japanese Series)

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Book Synopsis: He is a brilliant maths Professor with a peculiar problem - ever since a traumatic head injury, he has lived with only eighty minutes of short-term memory.She is an astute young Housekeeper, with a ten-year-old son, who is hired to care for him.Each morning, the Professor and the Housekeeper are introduced to one another. The Professor may not remember what he had for breakfast, but his mind is still alive with elegant mathematical equations from the past. He devises clever maths riddles - based on her shoe size or her birthday - and the numbers reveal a poetic world to both the Housekeeper and her son.With each new equation, the three lost souls forge an affection more mysterious than imaginary numbers, and a bond that runs deeper than memory.'This is one of those books written in such lucid, unpretentious language that reading it is like looking into a deep pool of clear water...Dive into Yoko Ogawa's world and you find yourself tugged by forces more felt than seen' New York TimesVINTAGE JAPANESE CLASSICS - five masterpieces of Japanese fiction in gorgeous new gift editions.

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Discover the captivating story of "The Housekeeper and the Professor" - a heartwarming tale that will leave you mesmerized. With its unique blend of mathematics and emotion, this book takes readers on a journey of love, friendship, and the power of memory.

Immerse yourself in the Professor's extraordinary world as he navigates through life with only eighty minutes of short-term memory. Witness the profound connection that forms between the astute Housekeeper and the brilliant Professor, bound by their shared love for mathematics.

Through clever maths riddles and elegant equations, author Yoko Ogawa creates a poetically enchanting atmosphere that captures your imagination. With each turn of the page, you'll be drawn deeper into a world where numbers can reveal hidden stories and emotions.

Experience the beauty of Ogawa's writing style, beautifully translated into lucid and unpretentious language. As you dive into the pages of "The Housekeeper and the Professor," you'll find yourself captivated by the profound emotions that extend beyond the confines of memory and awaken a sense of wonder.

Don't miss your chance to discover this extraordinary piece of Japanese fiction. Order your copy of "The Housekeeper and the Professor" today and embark on a journey that will leave an indelible mark on your heart. Order now

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