The year is 1948 and post-war Japan is in the process of rebuilding itself. The renowned Japanese painter, Masiyi Ono has just retired and is looking forward to a peaceful retirement filled with gardening, family time, and meeting up with old associates. However, with time to contemplate his earlier life and career, Masiyi's own doubts begin to cast dark shadows over his past. Exquisitely written.
(Sharron Calkins - bwl 89 Summer 2018 ) |
