A Tale for the Time Being
Why does Nao's father attempt to fall in front of a train in the novel, A Tale for the Time Being?
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Jumping in front of a train is a common way to commit suicide in Japan. Nao's father attempts to fall in front of a train when he cannot find a job to support his family.
A Tale for the Time Being