Discussion The book no longer human.

[toyu]

A decent while back I read (most of) the book no longer human by osamu dazai. I thought it was pretty good, but I read it real slow since I like barely read.

Just wanted to see if anyone else here has read it, and if so, do any of you relate to the main character Yozo (who is pretty much just a stand in for the author for those who haven't read the book). He's like the only depiction of depression that I can really fully relate to (obviously not the actions he did, but if I personally were in a lot of those situations, I don't think I would do much different).

I know he's supposed to be a horrible person or whatever, but I can completely understand and relate to most of the things he does. Is this just me, or do others feel the same?

Also I say this on like every post I make but sorry if this is poorly written or rambly, I pretty much only post when I'm laying in bed after taking melatonin.

Also also, didn't know if I should post this here or in off topic, so sorry if this isn't the best place.

 

[martyrdom]

It's one of my favourite books, and I relate very much to him. Except for that one scene, you know the one.

 

[toyu]

It's one of my favourite books, and I relate very much to him. Except for that one scene, you know the one.

Glad to hear others can relate. Also it's been a while since I read it (I'll probably reread it at some point) and I don't think I got to the last little bit, but I assume you mean the part with his wife?