Listen to A Man with No Talents: Memoirs of a Tokyo Day Laborer by Oyama Shiro
Enjoy this audiobook with MP3 Audiobook Player - the ultimate iOS audiobook experience
San'ya, Tokyo's largest day-laborer quarter and the only one with lodgings, had been Oyama Shiro's home for twelve years when he took up his pen and began writing about his life as a resident of Tokyo's most notorious neighborhood. After completing a university education, Oyama entered the business workforce and appeared destined to walk the same path as many a salaryman. A singular temperament and a deep loathing of conformity, however, altered his career trajectory dramatically. Oyama left his job and moved to Osaka, where he lived for three years. Later he returned to the corporate world but fell out of it again, this time for good. After spending a short time on the streets around Shinjuku, home to Tokyo's bustling entertainment district, he moved to San'ya in 1987, at the age of forty.Oyama acknowledges his eccentricity and his inability to adapt to corporate life. Spectacularly unsuccessful as a salaryman yet uncomfortable in his new surroundings, he portrays himself as an outsider both from mainstream society and from his adopted home. It is precisely this outsider stance, however, at once dispassionate yet deeply engaged, that caught the eye of Japanese readers. The book was published in Japan in 2000 after Oyama had submitted his manuscript--on a lark, he confesses--for one of Japan's top literary awards, the Kaiko Takeshi Prize. Although he was astounded actually to win the award, Oyama remained in character and elected to preserve the anonymity that has freed him from all social bonds and obligations. The Cornell edition contains a new afterword by Oyama regarding his career since his inadvertent brush with fame.
The smart recommendation feature keeps surprising me with books I never knew I'd love. With ListenBook, I've found a convenient and enjoyable way to engage with audiobooks and educational content. ListenBook's focus on quality and user experience has made it my go-to app for audiobooks and educational content. ListenBook's statistics feature is both enlightening and motivating. It's incredible to see the time I've invested in learning through audiobooks.
Effortless and enriching – that's how I'd describe my experience with this app. Its functionality, from seamless downloads to binaural audio processing, has truly raised the bar. 📱📖 Download options are plenty – I can get my audiobooks from various sources hassle-free. ListenBook has seamlessly integrated into my daily routine, becoming an indispensable companion for various activities. Its user-friendly interface, features, and performance make it a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts. The audio quality is superb. ListenBook enhances my audiobook experience.
This app has turned my daily commute into a source of inspiration and entertainment. I can't believe how easy it is to download and manage my audio content using ListenBook.
Listening to audiobooks has become my daily ritual for relaxation and escape. This app is my travel companion – making long journeys enjoyable and insightful. I can't believe how convenient this app has made my reading experience. The app is perfect for road trips. It keeps me entertained for hours.
ListenBook has brought the joy of audiobooks back into my life in a whole new way. ListenBook's intuitive interface and quick controls make it a pleasure to navigate through audiobooks. Chapters make it so easy to pick up where I left off. No more hunting around. is a time-saver. It's convenient for accessing my content. I love the chapter navigation feature. ListenBook makes it easy to find specific sections.
This app's compatibility with various devices ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I am. This app's sleek design and effortless controls have made audiobook listening an immersive experience. With support for various audio formats, ListenBook ensures I can enjoy my favorite audiobooks without worries. ListenBook has seamlessly integrated into my daily routine, becoming an indispensable companion for various activities. Its user-friendly interface, features, and performance make it a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts. ListenBook’s bookmarking feature is incredibly useful. I never lose my place in a book.
Plays MP3, MP4, OPUS, OGG, FLAC, AWB, M4B, M4A, WMA, AAC formats
Optimized for iPhone, iPad, and iPod with seamless integration
Adjust playback speed from 0.5x to 3.0x for your listening preference
Import audiobooks via iTunes, cloud services, or direct downloads
Get your favorite audiobooks in supported formats from various sources
Import audiobooks to MP3 Audiobook Player using multiple methods
Control playback from your device, headphones, Apple Watch, or CarPlay
Join thousands of users who enjoy audiobooks with MP3 Audiobook Player daily
Download Now