The Cape

and Other Stories from the Japanese Ghetto

By Kenji Nakagami | Publisher: Stone Bridge Press

About the book

Born into the burakumin—Japan’s class of outcasts—Kenji Nakagami depicts the lives of his people in sensual language and stark detail. The Cape is a breakthrough novella about a burakumin community, their troubled memories, and complex family histories. Includes House on Fire and Red Hair.

Kenji Nakagami (1946–92) was a prolific writer admired for his vigorous prose style.

Editions of The Cape

Paperback
ISBN 9781933330433
EBook
ISBN 9781611729108

Read an Excerpt

Born into the burakumin—Japan’s class of outcasts—Kenji Nakagami depicts the lives of his people in sensual language and stark detail. The Cape is a breakthrough novella about a burakumin community, their troubled memories, and complex family histories. Includes House on Fire and Red Hair.

Kenji Nakagami (1946–92) was a prolific writer admired for his vigorous prose style.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Cape about?

Born into the burakumin—Japan’s class of outcasts—Kenji Nakagami depicts the lives of his people in sensual language and stark detail. The Cape is a breakthrough novella about a burakumin community, their troubled memories, and complex family histories. Includes House on Fire and Red Hair.

Kenji Nakagami (1946–92) was a prolific writer admired for his vigorous prose style.

What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in The Cape?

Fiction > Family life fiction / Stories about family

Where can I read a sample of The Cape?

You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781933330433

How long is The Cape and how many pages does it have?

The Cape has 200 page(s)

Is The Cape part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?

Yes it is a part of series Stone Bridge Fiction

Who is/are the Author/s of the book The Cape?

Kenji Nakagami

Who is the Publisher of the book The Cape?

Stone Bridge Press

What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?

The Cape is available as paperback(ISBN 9781933330433) and ebook(ISBN 9781611729108)

Where can I buy The Cape online or support local independent bookshops?

You can buy The Cape from below

Where can I buy The Cape?