Shūsaku Endō

Shusaku Endo was a Japanese author born in Tokyo in 1923.

He converted to Roman Catholicism at age eleven and studied French literature at Keio University and the University of Lyon.

Endo's works often explore the challenges of Christianity in Japan, a recurring theme in his writing.

He received several prestigious Japanese literary awards, including the Akutagawa Prize and Tanizaki Prize.

Endo's novels have been translated into numerous languages, gaining international recognition.

His unique perspective as a Japanese Catholic writer allowed him to delve into the complexities of faith and culture in his works.

Endo passed away in 1996, leaving behind a legacy of thought-provoking literature.