Books If Cats Disappeared from the World  by Genki Kawamura (Author)

"If Cats Disappeared from the World" by Genki Kawamura is a poignant and reflective novel about a young postman who learns he has terminal brain cancer and is confronted by a devil-like figure offering to extend his life one day at a time if he agrees to make something disappear from the world forever. The story follows the protagonist as he chooses which things should vanish—starting with phones, then movies, clocks, and ultimately cats—each representing meaningful connections and memories in his life.

As objects disappear, the man reflects on his relationships, including those with his estranged father, an ex-girlfriend, a close friend, and the memory of his late mother who loved cats and passed that love to him through their family cat named Cabbage. The book explores themes of mortality, regret, human connection, and the significance of seemingly ordinary things. The narrator’s emotional journey invites readers to consider what truly matters in life and the impact of loss.