Well, it might be that the story has some sort of mind-altering element that wipes people's memory of you. Or maybe it's a test for your character to overcome this lack of recognition and make a mark.
For me, 'That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime' stands out. The world-building and plot development are really engaging. Also, the characters have a lot of depth.
Well, it's a bit hard to pinpoint exactly which was the very first one. But some early examples could include 'El-Hazard: The Magnificent World', which had elements of the isekai genre.
Stories at the end of 2019 also included various social movements. There was a growing call for equality in different forms, be it gender equality or racial equality. Additionally, in the business world, some companies were facing challenges due to economic fluctuations, while others were thriving and innovating in their respective industries.
A recap in a novel is basically a summary or review of important events or plot points that have happened earlier in the story. It helps readers remember and understand better.
Isekai Quartet indeed has a manga. It offers a different perspective and sometimes delves deeper into the story compared to the anime. The manga can be a great companion to the animated version for fans wanting more of the Isekai Quartet world.
I'd recommend checking out online manga libraries such as Comixology or Crunchyroll Manga. They often have a good selection of isekai titles. Also, some local libraries might have physical or digital copies you can access.
The 'English Patient' is a complex and poignant story. It mainly revolves around a severely burned man in an Italian monastery during World War II. He is known as the English patient. As the story unfolds, we learn about his past love affair in the desert with a married woman. Their relationship was passionate but also doomed due to the circumstances. The patient's memories are slowly revealed as he is being cared for, and these memories are intertwined with the lives of those around him in the monastery, including the nurse who takes care of him and the other patients and staff. It's a story of love, loss, war, and the search for identity.
There is also the story of Dr. Ben Carson. He was a highly skilled neurosurgeon. He overcame a difficult childhood in a poor family in Detroit. Carson made significant contributions in the field of neurosurgery, performing complex surgeries that others thought were impossible. His story is an inspiration for those who face hardships but still strive for excellence in the medical field.