The Key (1961)
The Key is a 1961 Japanese-language fiction book written by Jun'ichiro Tanizaki.
The story of a dying marriage, told in the form of parallel diaries. After nearly 30 years of marriage, a dried-up, middle-aged professor frenziedly strives for new heights of carnal pleasure with his repressed, dissatisfied wife, resorting to stimulants galore for her. During the day, they record their adventures of the previous night.
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What is The Key about?
The story of a dying marriage, told in the form of parallel diaries. After nearly 30 years of marriage, a dried-up, middle-aged professor frenziedly strives for new heights of carnal pleasure with his repressed, dissatisfied wife, resorting to stimulants galore for her. During the day, they record their adventures of the previous night.
When was The Key published?
The Key was published in 1961.
Who made The Key?
The Key was written by Jun'ichiro Tanizaki.