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Discover the hauntingly beautiful novel, 'The Vegetarian', a groundbreaking work by Han Kang that dives deep into the complexities of modern life in South Korea. Follow Yeong-hye, an ordinary woman with an extraordinary decision to embrace vegetarianism, driven by unsettling dreams and a yearning for a more plant-like existence. As she veers away from societal norms in a culture where vegetarianism is nearly taboo, her passive rebellion spirals into a disturbing journey that captivates those around her. Experience a rich narrative that explores themes of desire, shame, and the emotional turmoil of familial relationships. With 160 pages of enthralling prose published by Granta in 2016, this novel weighs heavily on the hearts of readers, compelling them to reflect on the nature of existence and personal freedom. Ideal for fans of literary fiction and those interested in South Korean culture, 'The Vegetarian' offers stunningly crafted language and poignant insights. Immerse yourself in this fraught tale that questions the constraints of the human body and spirit. Order now for fast delivery and experience the challenges and triumphs of Yeong-hye’s journey, beautifully captured in this literary masterpiece.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781846276033
Year: 2016
Publisher: Granta
Pages: 160
Description:
Yeong-hye and her husband are ordinary people. He is an office worker with moderate ambitions and mild manners; she is an uninspired but dutiful wife. The acceptable flatline of their marriage is interrupted when Yeong-hye, seeking a more 'plant-like' existence, decides to become a vegetarian, prompted by grotesque recurring nightmares. In South Korea, where vegetarianism is almost unheard-of and societal mores are strictly obeyed, Yeong-hye's decision is a shocking act of subversion. Her passive rebellion manifests in ever more bizarre and frightening forms, leading her bland husband to self-justified acts of sexual sadism. His cruelties drive her towards attempted suicide and hospitalisation. She unknowingly captivates her sister's husband, a video artist. She becomes the focus of his increasingly erotic and unhinged artworks, while spiralling further and further into her fantasies of abandoning her fleshly prison and becoming - impossibly, ecstatically - a tree.
Fraught, disturbing and beautiful, The Vegetarian is a novel about modern day South Korea, but also a novel about shame, desire and our faltering attempts to understand others, from one imprisoned body to another.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781846276033
Year: 2016
Publisher: Granta
Pages: 160
Description:
Yeong-hye and her husband are ordinary people. He is an office worker with moderate ambitions and mild manners; she is an uninspired but dutiful wife. The acceptable flatline of their marriage is interrupted when Yeong-hye, seeking a more 'plant-like' existence, decides to become a vegetarian, prompted by grotesque recurring nightmares. In South Korea, where vegetarianism is almost unheard-of and societal mores are strictly obeyed, Yeong-hye's decision is a shocking act of subversion. Her passive rebellion manifests in ever more bizarre and frightening forms, leading her bland husband to self-justified acts of sexual sadism. His cruelties drive her towards attempted suicide and hospitalisation. She unknowingly captivates her sister's husband, a video artist. She becomes the focus of his increasingly erotic and unhinged artworks, while spiralling further and further into her fantasies of abandoning her fleshly prison and becoming - impossibly, ecstatically - a tree.
Fraught, disturbing and beautiful, The Vegetarian is a novel about modern day South Korea, but also a novel about shame, desire and our faltering attempts to understand others, from one imprisoned body to another.