How does Mishima use the setting of post-war Japan to reflect the characters' internal struggles?
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After the Banquet

After the Banquet
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How does Mishima use the setting of post-war Japan to reflect the characters' internal struggles?
Did anyone else feel conflicted about the protagonist's sense of duty versus personal happiness?
What inspired Mishima to focus on themes of societal expectation and personal identity in this story?