具體描述
From the Booker Prize-winning, bestselling author of Remains of the Day comes this stunning work of soaring imagination.
Born in early-twentieth-century Shanghai, Banks was orphaned at the age of nine after the separate disappearances of his parents. Now, more than twenty years later, he is a celebrated figure in London society; yet the investigative expertise that has garnered him fame has done little to illuminate the circumstances of his parents' alleged kidnappings. Banks travels to the seething, labyrinthine city of his memory in hopes of solving the mystery of his own, painful past, only to find that war is ravaging Shanghai beyond recognition-and that his own recollections are proving as difficult to trust as the people around him.
Masterful, suspenseful and psychologically acute, When We Were Orphans offers a profound meditation on the shifting quality of memory, and the possibility of avenging one’s past.
作者簡介
Kazuo Ishiguro was born in Nagasaki, Japan, in 1954 and moved to Britain at the age of five. He is the author of four previous novels, including The Remains of the Day, an international bestseller that won the Booker Prize and was adapted into an award-winning film. Ishiguro's work has been translated into twenty-eight languages. In 1995, he received an Order of the British Empire for service to literature, and in 1998 was named a Chevalier de l'Ordre des Arts et des Lettres by the French government. He lives in London with his wife and daughter.
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讀後感
還剩未齣版的長日將盡和莫失莫忘以及據說麯高和寡的無可慰藉沒有讀。目前而言，我覺得這是我最喜歡的一本小說瞭，翻譯也是目前我覺得最優秀的。在快結尾時男主叔叔對男主坦白一切時，那種憤怒的語氣真的在腦海浮現，有如自帶音效一般，這是目前我頭一次讀到這麼讓人有臨場感的...
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用戶評價
The title "When We Were Orphans" immediately ignites a sense of narrative possibility, a fertile ground for storytelling that is both deeply personal and potentially universal. It’s a title that speaks to a formative period, a time of intense vulnerability and perhaps unexpected self-discovery. The plural "we" suggests a shared experience, a collective memory that binds individuals together, even if their individual paths diverged later. This immediately makes me think of childhood, of innocence gradually giving way to a starker reality, and the ways in which young people adapt and survive when left to their own devices. The word "orphans" itself is loaded with connotations of abandonment, loss, and a lack of guidance, but also, crucially, of resilience and the forging of one's own identity in the absence of established structures. I'm drawn to the idea of a story that might explore the formation of unique bonds and subcultures within such a group, the informal networks of support and understanding that emerge when formal ones are missing. It hints at a narrative that might not shy away from hardship and struggle, but could also celebrate the inherent strength and ingenuity of individuals facing adversity. The title, for me, promises a journey through memory, a look back at a critical juncture in life that shaped the characters in profound ways, leaving an indelible mark on who they became.
评分"When We Were Orphans" – the sheer poetry of that title! It’s less a simple label and more a poignant invocation, a phrase that lingers long after you first hear it. It conjures an immediate atmosphere, a world tinged with the bittersweet hues of memory and shared hardship. The "we" is particularly compelling; it hints at a communal experience, a collective identity forged in the crucible of shared circumstances. And "orphans"… that word carries so much weight. It speaks of a profound lack, a disconnection from the familiar anchors of family and belonging. I find myself wondering about the nature of this orphanhood. Is it literal, a story about children who have lost their parents? Or is it metaphorical, an exploration of a generation or a group that felt alienated, adrift, or disconnected from the larger societal fabric? The title alone suggests a narrative that will likely delve into themes of resilience, self-reliance, and the often-unseen strength that emerges when individuals are forced to navigate the world without a safety net. It makes me anticipate a story that might explore the formation of unlikely bonds, the creation of chosen families, and the profound impact of those early, formative experiences on the individuals’ subsequent lives. It's a title that promises depth, emotion, and a compelling exploration of the human condition.
评分這本書的名字總是會在我腦海中縈繞，When We Were Orphans。雖然我還沒有真正深入翻閱這本書，但光是這幾個字就已經勾勒齣一種深刻的情感基調。它喚起瞭一種懷舊的、帶點憂傷的，卻又充滿某種集體記憶的畫麵。我不禁想象，這“我們”指的是誰？是童年時的夥伴，是一群曾經一起經曆過某個特定時期的人們，還是一個失落的群體？而“孤兒”這個詞，又為這份懷舊增添瞭一層更為復雜和沉重的意味。它可能暗示著失去、遺棄，或者一種被迫獨立、在缺乏依靠的環境中成長的經曆。這樣的組閤，總讓我聯想到那些在時代洪流中被拋下的個體，或者是在特定曆史背景下，集體性的創傷與成長。書名本身就像一首無聲的詩，傳遞著一種朦朧的美感和一種難以言喻的失落。我好奇作者是如何將這種標題所傳達的情緒，轉化為故事的骨架和血肉的。它會是一部關於童年記憶的碎片拼湊，還是關於個體在成長過程中如何麵對失去和孤獨的深刻剖析？亦或是，它會藉由“孤兒”這一意象，探討更宏大的社會議題？僅僅是這個名字，就足以激發我無窮的想象，讓我渴望去探索它背後所隱藏的豐富世界。
评分Whenever I see the title "When We Were Orphans," a peculiar blend of melancholy and curiosity washes over me. It's not just a name; it's an evocative phrase that hints at a narrative steeped in memory, loss, and perhaps a shared, unspoken history. The "we" immediately suggests a collective experience, while "orphans" conjures images of vulnerability, resilience, or even a profound sense of displacement. I can envision a story that delves into the complexities of childhood, the bonds forged in innocence, and the inevitable ruptures that can occur, leaving individuals feeling adrift. Perhaps the narrative explores a specific period, a time of upheaval or transition, where innocence was lost and a generation was forced to mature beyond its years. The title alone implies a journey, a looking back at a past that is both cherished and painful, a time when the world felt different, and perhaps more secure, despite whatever hardships existed. It makes me wonder about the characters' present lives, how their past as "orphans" has shaped them, their relationships, and their understanding of the world. Is it a story of overcoming adversity, finding solace in shared experience, or a poignant reflection on the indelible mark of early life? The beauty of such a title lies in its open-endedness, its ability to resonate with diverse interpretations and to spark a deep personal connection before even turning the first page.
评分This title, "When We Were Orphans," has a certain haunting quality to it, doesn't it? It’s like a whispered secret from the past, a declaration of a shared condition that carries so much weight. I keep imagining the atmosphere it conjures – perhaps a certain dusty, sepia-toned hue, a feeling of faded photographs and half-forgotten lullabies. The "orphans" aspect, it's not just about lacking parents, is it? It feels more profound, perhaps a sense of being disconnected from a larger belonging, a societal or even existential orphanhood. It makes me ponder the societal structures that might have led to such a collective state. Was it a time of war? Or a period of social upheaval where families were fractured? The collective "we" is also fascinating. It suggests a shared upbringing, a common struggle, or a mutual understanding forged through shared experiences of being on one's own. I wonder if the book explores the dynamics within this group – the friendships, the rivalries, the ways they relied on each other for survival and comfort. It could be a powerful exploration of found family, of how individuals create their own support systems when the traditional ones are absent. The title evokes a sense of nostalgia, yes, but also a deep well of potential pain and resilience. It promises a narrative that isn't afraid to delve into the darker aspects of human experience, but also, I hope, to find the light and strength that can emerge from such circumstances.
评分寫瞭一大串沒保存..就這樣吧
评分如果是混亂的記憶導緻瞭故事的混亂，一切似乎都可原諒。但是內心還是無法接受。
评分Nostalgia encouraged by the loss of memory
评分前三分之二寫得很好，最後一部分莫名的編造感很重。但更大的問題是，一個外國人對二十世紀早期的中國和中國人的呈現，似乎讓人不太舒服。
评分最後那個動機，我仿佛在讀輕小說。尋母的部分是好的。It’s metaphor. It’s symbolic.
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