肉体の学校 (1979年) (集英社文庫)

The novel delves into complex feelings of identity and fleshly obsession. I wonder how much of Mishima’s own philosophy shaped this intense exploration.

The reflective sections felt heavy but necessary, yet I’m curious if others found them enriching or a bit too slow in the context of the story.

The choice to set this in post-war Japan adds layers of societal tension. I’m interested in what prompted Mishima to focus on these themes in this context.