One Hundred FlowersThe fragrance of a single stem in a vase. The shimmering reflection of fireworks in a lake. The quiet of a bookshop as evening falls. The feeling of opening a brand new diary and beginning to write Moments of beauty endure. But what happens when you begin to forget? Yuriko leads a quiet, orderly life as a piano teacher. It's New Year's Eve and her grown up son Izumi comes to visit. Yuriko makes him his favourite omelette and hayashi rice. Together,

‘Hilarious’ – Daily Mail

In the years since the book’s initial publication

Simply fantastic' Alex Lake

Richard Mosse

an all-encompassing glossary and a bright new look

At the heart of this vibrant saga is a vast ship

builds resistance

refreshingly disarming voice

but the one Dalton was destined to gift us

negotiating can be stressful

Blessed are you

The other masterly essays in this collection include classics such as 'My Country Right or Left'