Please Look After Mother

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Dive into the gripping narrative of 'Please Look After Mother,' a poignant story by the acclaimed South Korean author Kyung-Sook Shin. This B-format paperback edition, published by Orion in 2022, comes with ISBN 9781474621687 and spans 288 pages. Shin, celebrated for her evocative storytelling, won the prestigious Man Asian Literary Prize for this groundbreaking novel, making it a must-read for fans of contemporary literature. Explore themes of family, love, and loss as you accompany a mother who goes missing, prompting her family to reflect on their relationships and the sacrifices she made. 'Please Look After Mother' isn't just a novel; it's a profound exploration of motherhood and identity that resonates deeply with readers worldwide. Ideal for book clubs or personal reading, this literary masterpiece has been translated into 29 languages and has touched the hearts of over two million readers in South Korea alone. Experience the emotional depth and beautiful prose of Kyung-Sook Shin's storytelling in this brand new edition. Don't miss out on adding this essential piece of literature to your collection. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.

Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781474621687
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2022
Publisher: Orion
Pages: 288


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Kyung-Sook Shin is the author of numerous works of fiction and is one of South Korea's most widely read and acclaimed novelists. She was the first woman to be awarded the Man Asian Literary Prize (for PLEASE LOOK AFTER MOTHER), and she has also been honored with the Manhae Literature Prize, the Dong-in Literature Prize, and the Yi Sang Literary Prize, as well as France's Prix de l'Inaper u. PLEASE LOOK AFTER MOTHER, her first book to appear in English, has been published in twenty-nine countries and has sold over two million copies in South Korea alone.

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