Winner of the Booker Prize for The Remains of the Day in 1989 and Nobel Prize in Literature in 2017, Kazuo Ishiguro released his eighth novel titled Klara and the Sun on March 2, 2021.
The book is set in a dystopian future in America where prospects for happiness seem bleak. The book is narrated by an Artificial Friend or AF named Klara who has been designed to serve as a companion to lonely children. The story shows how Klara perceives the world and tries to be there for little Josie through thick and thin. The perceived difference between the thinking of a robot and a human is captured beautifully by the author in this tale of innocence and awakening.
In this comprehensive look into Klara and the Sun: A Novel by Kazuo Ishiguro, you'll gain insight with this essential resource as a guide to aid your discussions. Be prepared to lead with the following:
- Discussion aid which includes a wealth of prompts and information
- Overall plot synopsis and author biography
- Thought-provoking discussion questions for a deeper examination
- Creative exercises to foster alternate “if this was you” discussions
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