Landscape with Traveler: The Pillow Book of Francis Reeves

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The narrative unfolds through diary-like entries, exploring the profound friendship between a middle-aged gay man and a young straight man. Inspired by Sei Shonagon's classic, the novel is structured as three interconnected short stories, offering a poignant look at their relationship against the backdrop of American history from the 1930s to the 1970s. This unique format captures both personal and societal changes, blending intimate moments with broader cultural reflections.