Never Let Me Go by Kazuo Ishiguro full audiobook
Never Let Me Go
Kazuo Ishiguro
First published 31 august 2005Summary of the story:
"Never Let Me Go" tells the story through the narration of Kathy H., a grown woman reflecting on her past as a student at Hailsham, a special school in England. However, the organization and purpose of this school are not entirely clear.
Kathy and her friends, including Ruth and Tommy, live in a different world, where they are nurtured and educated by adults. Gradually, they come to realize that they are not normal people, but rather they were created to provide organs and body parts for others.
Throughout the story, Kathy helps us explore and understand the lives of these "carers" like herself, with all the joys, sorrows, and love in their lives. The story raises questions about sexuality, love, friendship, and the meaning of life, while also addressing ethical and moral issues in medical technology.
"Never Let Me Go" is a poignant novel that provokes thought and challenges readers through Kazuo Ishiguro's subtle writing, delving into the human and emotional aspects within the strange and haunting world of the story.
The message of the story:
The underlying theme of this story is an exploration and challenge of the ethical and human issues surrounding life, love, and the meaning of being human. In the story, the main character Kathy and her friends are confronted with being born and raised as individuals meant to serve the medical purposes of others.
Author Kazuo Ishiguro creates a profound layer of meaning about existence, freedom, and the right to choose. The story raises questions about the value of life and the significance of having control over our own destinies. It challenges readers to contemplate the ethics and social responsibility involved in the use of technology and the power to decide the lives of others.
While "Never Let Me Go" carries strong elements of science fiction, it is also a deeply moving portrayal of love, friendship, and resilience in the face of inevitable fate.