In Keiichiro Hirano's profound novel, a man with a mysterious past lives a solitary life deep in a forest, creating sculptures that capture the 'true names' of things. His isolated existence is forever changed when he meets a woman suffering from severe trauma. Their encounter sets them on a shared path of healing and self-discovery. The book masterfully delves into themes of human connection, the weight of memory, and the struggle to find one's place in a world that often marginalizes those who are different, asking what it truly means to live.