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Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780861543489
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2022
Publisher: Bloomsbury
Pages: 416
Description:
Dive into the thrilling narrative of 'Beasts of a Little Land', a captivating historical fiction novel set against the backdrop of 1917 Korea. This beautifully crafted story begins with a fateful encounter between a desperate hunter and a young Japanese officer saved from a tiger's claws, intertwining their lives across decades. Experience the rich tapestry of Korean culture, resilience, and the struggle for independence through the eyes of Jade, a young girl thrust into the world of a courtesan school in Pyongyang. As she forms a profound bond with JungHo, an orphan boy caught in the revolutionary tides, their destinies collide in this powerful saga. Explore the polished streets of a modernizing Seoul, the depths of hidden courtesans' chambers, and the wild boreal forests of Manchuria. Juhea Kim's poignant storytelling weaves a tale where friendships transform into rivalries, and survival molds characters into heroes and villains alike. 'Beasts of a Little Land' offers readers an immersive glimpse into a world where every choice carries weight, making it a must-read for fans of historical fiction, Korean literature, and epic storytelling.
Delivery Information: Enjoy free standard shipping on orders over $50. Standard delivery within New Zealand typically takes 3-5 business days, while international orders may take longer depending on the destination. Order now and embark on a literary journey that reshapes history and personal destiny.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780861543489
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2022
Publisher: Bloomsbury
Pages: 416
Description:
In 1917, deep in the snowy mountains of occupied Korea, an impoverished local hunter on the brink of starvation saves a young Japanese officer from an attacking tiger. In an instant, their fates are connected, a chance encounter that will shape both of their lives for over half a century.
Meanwhile, in the north of Korea, a young girl named Jade is sold by her family to Miss Silver's courtesan school in the glamorous city of Pyongyang. When she befriends an orphan boy named JungHo, they form a deep friendship. But before long, JungHo will be swept up in the revolutionary fight for independence, while Jade becomes a celebrated performer pursued by a wealthy romantic prospect.
From the perfumed chambers of a courtesan school in Pyongyang to the glamorous cafes of a modernizing Seoul and the boreal forests of Manchuria, Juhea Kim's unforgettable characters forge their own destinies as they shape the future of their nation. Immersive and elegant, Beasts of a Little Land unveils a world where friends become enemies, enemies become saviours, and beasts take many shapes.
ISBN: 9780861543489
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2022
Publisher: Bloomsbury
Pages: 416
Description:
Dive into the thrilling narrative of 'Beasts of a Little Land', a captivating historical fiction novel set against the backdrop of 1917 Korea. This beautifully crafted story begins with a fateful encounter between a desperate hunter and a young Japanese officer saved from a tiger's claws, intertwining their lives across decades. Experience the rich tapestry of Korean culture, resilience, and the struggle for independence through the eyes of Jade, a young girl thrust into the world of a courtesan school in Pyongyang. As she forms a profound bond with JungHo, an orphan boy caught in the revolutionary tides, their destinies collide in this powerful saga. Explore the polished streets of a modernizing Seoul, the depths of hidden courtesans' chambers, and the wild boreal forests of Manchuria. Juhea Kim's poignant storytelling weaves a tale where friendships transform into rivalries, and survival molds characters into heroes and villains alike. 'Beasts of a Little Land' offers readers an immersive glimpse into a world where every choice carries weight, making it a must-read for fans of historical fiction, Korean literature, and epic storytelling.
Delivery Information: Enjoy free standard shipping on orders over $50. Standard delivery within New Zealand typically takes 3-5 business days, while international orders may take longer depending on the destination. Order now and embark on a literary journey that reshapes history and personal destiny.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780861543489
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2022
Publisher: Bloomsbury
Pages: 416
Description:
In 1917, deep in the snowy mountains of occupied Korea, an impoverished local hunter on the brink of starvation saves a young Japanese officer from an attacking tiger. In an instant, their fates are connected, a chance encounter that will shape both of their lives for over half a century.
Meanwhile, in the north of Korea, a young girl named Jade is sold by her family to Miss Silver's courtesan school in the glamorous city of Pyongyang. When she befriends an orphan boy named JungHo, they form a deep friendship. But before long, JungHo will be swept up in the revolutionary fight for independence, while Jade becomes a celebrated performer pursued by a wealthy romantic prospect.
From the perfumed chambers of a courtesan school in Pyongyang to the glamorous cafes of a modernizing Seoul and the boreal forests of Manchuria, Juhea Kim's unforgettable characters forge their own destinies as they shape the future of their nation. Immersive and elegant, Beasts of a Little Land unveils a world where friends become enemies, enemies become saviours, and beasts take many shapes.