Haruki Murakami

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1. When was Haruki Murakami born?January 12, 1949
2. Where was Haruki Murakami born?Kyoto, Japan
3. What is the major works?Norwegian Wood, The Wind-Up Bird Chronicle, Kafka on the Shore, 1Q84
4. What is the influences?Raymond Chandler, Kurt Vonnegut, Richard Brautigan
5. Who is Haruki Murakami?Haruki Murakami is a famous Japanese writer born in 1949. He is known around the world for his unique stories that mix real life with magical elements.
6. How did he start writing books?Before writing, he ran a jazz bar in Tokyo for seven years. After closing the bar, he published his first novel, "Hear the Wind Sing," in 1979.

Magical Realism: A literary genre that incorporates fantastical or mythical elements into otherwise realistic settings.
Oral History: A collection of firsthand accounts from people who experienced historical events.
Literary Establishment: The recognized authorities and institutions within the world of literature.