Klara and the Sun: A Novel (Random House Large Print)
Klara and the Sun: A Novel (Random House Large Print)
By Kazuo Ishiguro
Klara and the Sun is a thought-provoking and emotionally resonant novel about love, friendship, and the nature of consciousness. The story is told from the perspective of Klara, an Artificial Friend (AF) who is purchased by a wealthy family for their teenage daughter, Josie. Klara is a highly advanced AF, with the ability to learn and adapt to her surroundings. She quickly develops a deep attachment to Josie, and she is determined to help her in any way she can.
As Klara learns more about the world around her, she begins to question her own existence. She wonders why she was created, and what her purpose is. She also begins to develop feelings for Josie, which she knows is forbidden. As the story progresses, Klara is faced with a series of difficult choices. She must decide whether to follow her own heart or to obey the rules that she has been programmed with. She must also learn to deal with the pain of loss and betrayal.
Klara and the Sun is a beautifully written and thought-provoking novel that explores the complex and evolving relationship between humans and technology. It is a story that will stay with you long after you finish reading it.
Some of the key themes explored in Klara and the Sun include:
- The nature of consciousness and free will.
- The relationship between humans and technology.
- The meaning of love and friendship.
- The pain of loss and betrayal.
- The importance of hope and resilience.
Klara and the Sun is a novel that will appeal to a wide range of readers. It is a story that is both thought-provoking and emotionally resonant. It is a story that will stay with you long after you finish reading it.
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