This is the story of "A Shut-In Who Barely Leaves Chiba, Becoming a Romanian Novelist Without Ever Having Gone Abroad." A movie-obsessed shut-in who rarely leaves his room in his parents' house in Chiba encounters the Romanian language and plunges headfirst into a country he considers his spiritual home through language and literature—a non-fiction essay brimming with passion and earnestness. Recommended by Sachiko Kishimoto. The process by which the Romanian language saves his life amidst struggles with exam stress, depression, and Crohn's disease is depicted with humor and passion. The book also includes: ・A book list delving into Romanian culture ・Movie recommendations ・Music playlists and other comprehensive resources. [Bibliographic Information] ・Genre: Literature, Criticism, Essay ・Release Date: February 7, 2023 ・Format: 4-6 size / 256 pages ・Price: 1,800 yen + tax (1,980 yen including tax) ・Reprint: 7th printing ・ISBN: 978-4-86528-350-1 [Condition] The cover has a crease. There is no problem with reading. The contents are generally in good condition. Please understand that this is a used item before purchasing. When shipping, we will take measures to prevent water damage and carefully pack the item. Instant purchase is OK. #Literature #Essay #Nonfiction #ShutIn #LanguageStudy #Romania #Literature #Reading #Hardcover