Part 2 of 'Totto-chan at the Window' released

After more than four decades of absence from the literary world, at the age of 91, Japanese author Kuroyanagi Tetsuko has just returned with part 2 of 'Totto-chan at the Window'.

The first part of the work is one of the best-selling books of all time, with 8 million copies sold in Japan alone and 25 million copies worldwide .

Published by Nha Nam and Writers Association Publishing House, translated by Truong Thuy Lan

PHOTO: Provided by the publisher

In Vietnam, part 1 of the work has attracted many generations of readers. After its release, part 2, entitled Totto-chan at the Window: The Stories That Followed (published by Nha Nam and the Writers Association Publishing House, translated by Truong Thuy Lan), quickly sold out 3,000 copies in just 3 days.

Part 1 of the work tells the story of Totto-chan in elementary school at Tomoe School. Part 2 continues that process, starting from the bombing of Tokyo during the Pacific War until the author entered the conservatory, got involved with NHK, and from there became a bright star of the Japanese art world in many roles, from stage actor, movie actor to MC, voice actor... Through that, author Kuroyanagi sent many valuable messages about the power of will, innocence and patience to never give up.

In particular, the book devotes much of its space to writing truthfully about the difficult days of Japan during the war, especially its impact on children. With a humorous, sometimes mischievous tone, those pains and wounds gradually fade away alongside the noble Japanese people who are specially portrayed.

Source: https://thanhnien.vn/ra-mat-phan-2-totto-chan-ben-cua-so-185250709225527643.htm