Do you enjoy reading but can't find the time? "Books for Men" is the perfect literary podcast for men in a hurry who want to read more and diversify their reading habits. In short episodes, every Monday, host and author Douglas Vigliotti, spotlights a different book that men will enjoy, sharing everything from novels to nonfiction, literary classics to self-help, crime fiction to memoirs, and providing key quotes and insights on authors, themes, writing styles, storytelling techniques, and life lessons from each book. Sign up for the monthly newsletter at BooksforMen.org.
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Do you enjoy reading but can't find the time? "Books for Men" is the perfect literary podcast for men in a hurry who want to read more and diversify their reading habits. In short episodes, every Monday, host and author Douglas Vigliotti, spotlights a different book that men will enjoy, sharing everything from novels to nonfiction, literary classics to self-help, crime fiction to memoirs, and providing key quotes and insights on authors, themes, writing styles, storytelling techniques, and life lessons from each book. Sign up for the monthly newsletter at BooksforMen.org.
#259 | Why Every Man Should Experience the Beauty of Haruki Murakami’s 1987 Coming of Age Novel ‘Norwegian Wood’ At Least Once
Books for Men
10 minutes 57 seconds
4 months ago
#259 | Why Every Man Should Experience the Beauty of Haruki Murakami’s 1987 Coming of Age Novel ‘Norwegian Wood’ At Least Once
🎙 Douglas Vigliotti dives into Haruki Murakami’s acclaimed coming-of-age novel Norwegian Wood. Vigliotti offers a compelling introduction to the book, unpacking its atmospheric exploration of love, loss, mental illness, and the complexities of memory. He highlights Murakami’s life, literary legacy, and signature style, sharing thought-provoking quotes (spoiler-free) and examining why the novel resonates so strongly with readers—especially men navigating their own journeys of self-discovery. The episode encourages men to embrace reading great literature as a tool for personal growth and exploration.
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💥 TOPICS COVERED IN THE EPISODE:
• Introduction & Newsletter Reminder (00:09) - Host introduces the podcast, book of the week, and companion newsletter for listeners.
• About Haruki Murakami (01:15) - Background on Murakami, his career, writing style, and recommended memoirs.
• Murakami’s Literary Style & Previous Episode (02:23) - Discussion of Murakami’s writing styles, previous episode on Sputnik Sweetheart, and recurring themes.
• Introduction to Norwegian Wood (03:38) - Overview of Norwegian Wood, its significance, and connection to the Beatles song.
• Plot and Main Characters (04:49) - Summary of the main characters, their relationships, and the novel’s central conflicts.
• Themes and Lessons (06:13) - Exploration of the book’s themes: hope, grief, memory, and the value of life’s lessons.
• Favorite Quote #1 – Individuality in Reading (07:32) - First favorite quote about reading widely and thinking independently.
• Favorite Quote #2 – Memory and Presence (07:32) - Second favorite quote on the importance of being remembered and the value of shared moments.
• Favorite Quote #3 – Seizing Happiness (08:50) - Third favorite quote about taking chances for happiness and living without regret.
• Closing & Contact Information (10:07) - Host thanks listeners, promotes his book, shares contact info, and encourages newsletter sign-up.
Books for Men
Do you enjoy reading but can't find the time? "Books for Men" is the perfect literary podcast for men in a hurry who want to read more and diversify their reading habits. In short episodes, every Monday, host and author Douglas Vigliotti, spotlights a different book that men will enjoy, sharing everything from novels to nonfiction, literary classics to self-help, crime fiction to memoirs, and providing key quotes and insights on authors, themes, writing styles, storytelling techniques, and life lessons from each book. Sign up for the monthly newsletter at BooksforMen.org.
