Ruth Ozeki
Timecode of a Face
Timecode of a Face
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Ruth Ozeki reflects on her life by spending three hours gazing into her own reflection, recording her thoughts and details. This introspective journey explores themes of race, aging, family, death, the body, self-doubt, and acceptance, creating a rich and intimate portrait of a life told through a face.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 144 pages
Publication date: 24 March 2022
Publisher: Canongate Books Ltd
What did your face look like before your parents were born?
Who are you?
What is your true self?
These are the questions that Ruth Ozeki finds herself contemplating as she embarks on a challenging self-experiment. Determined to spend three hours gazing into her own reflection, she commits to recording every thought and detail that crosses her mind. What unfolds is a captivating and introspective journey that spans a lifetime.
Through this profound encounter with memory and the mirror, Ozeki weaves together a rich tapestry of personal history, professional experiences, insights from Zen philosophy, and cultural references from Japan. She paints a vivid and intimate portrait of a life, revealing the complexities and nuances that shape one's identity.
In her exploration of race, aging, family, death, the body, self-doubt, and ultimately, acceptance, Ozeki offers profound insights and observations. She challenges societal norms and stereotypes, offering a fresh perspective on these profound aspects of human experience.
Her writing is characterized by its poetic beauty and emotional depth, as she skillfully weaves together words and images to create a truly unique and captivating narrative. "The Face I Wear" is a testament to Ozeki's talent as a writer and her ability to delve into the depths of the human psyche.
Through her introspective journey, Ozeki invites readers to reflect on their own lives and the faces they wear. She encourages us to embrace our individuality, accept our imperfections, and find beauty in the complexities of our lives.
In conclusion, "The Face I Wear" is a remarkable work of literature that offers a profound exploration of identity, self-discovery, and the human experience. Ruth Ozeki's writing is captivating, thought-provoking, and deeply moving, leaving a lasting impact on readers.
In conclusion, "The Face I Wear" is a remarkable work of literature that offers a profound exploration of identity, self-discovery, and the human experience. Ruth Ozeki's writing is captivating, thought-provoking, and deeply moving, leaving a lasting impact on readers.
Weight: 110g
Dimension: 129 x 197 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781838855901
Edition number: Main
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