About the Book: Abandoning a Cat by Haruki Murakami is a poignant autobiographical reflection on his father, their complicated relationship, estrangement and eventual reconciliation at his father’s deathbed. Blending family history with memories of a cat and reflections on Japan during and after the Second World War, Murakami explores fatherhood, identity, love, loss and abandonment with remarkable honesty. Originally published in The New Yorker, this beautifully illustrated short work offers an intimate glimpse into the life and family history of one of Japan’s most celebrated writers.