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496 pages • first pub 2023 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780241448489
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Publisher: Penguin Classics
Publication date: 27 April 2023
Description
This eclectic, moving and richly enjoyable collection is the essential introduction to Korean literature. Journeying through Korea's dramatic recent past, from the Japanese occupation and colonial era to the devastating war between north and south...
Community Reviews Summary of 9 reviews
Moods
reflective 75%
dark 50%
adventurous 25%
challenging 25%
sad 25%
tense 25%
Pace
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 100%Strong character development?
It's complicated: 50% | N/A: 50%Loveable characters?
It's complicated: 50% | N/A: 50%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 50% | N/A: 50%Flaws of characters a main focus?
It's complicated: 50% | N/A: 50%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
War, Toxic relationship, Medical contentModerate
Sexism, Religious bigotry, HomophobiaMinor
Stalking, Suicidal thoughts, Pregnancy
496 pages • first pub 2023 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9780241448489
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Publisher: Penguin Classics
Publication date: 27 April 2023
Description
This eclectic, moving and richly enjoyable collection is the essential introduction to Korean literature. Journeying through Korea's dramatic recent past, from the Japanese occupation and colonial era to the devastating war between north and south...
Community Reviews Summary of 9 reviews
Moods
reflective 75%
dark 50%
adventurous 25%
challenging 25%
sad 25%
tense 25%
Pace
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 100%Strong character development?
It's complicated: 50% | N/A: 50%Loveable characters?
It's complicated: 50% | N/A: 50%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 50% | N/A: 50%Flaws of characters a main focus?
It's complicated: 50% | N/A: 50%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
War, Toxic relationship, Medical contentModerate
Sexism, Religious bigotry, HomophobiaMinor
Stalking, Suicidal thoughts, Pregnancy