坊っちゃん (Botchan)

坊っちゃん (Botchan)

by Sōseki Natsume

Botchan follows the story of a young man who becomes a teacher in a small town in Japan. He quickly finds himself at odds with the school's administration and his fellow teachers. Despite the challenges he faces, Botchan remains optimistic and determined to make a difference in the lives of his students.

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Japanese

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Comedy Fiction Novel

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Student Education Satire Friendship Coming-of-age Humor School life Teacher

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In the realm of Japanese literature, few names evoke as much admiration and reverence as Natsume Sōseki. Born in 1867, Sōseki emerged as a literary giant during the tumultuous Meiji Restoration era, c...

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