Description
Explore the gripping tale of resilience in 'Typhoon Kingdom,' a compelling narrative rooted in the seventeenth-century journal of a shipwrecked Dutch sailor. This historical novel artfully weaves the heartbreaking testimonies of surviving Korean 'Comfort Women' into a rich tapestry of war, romance, and survival. Set against the backdrop of Korea's tumultuous struggle for independence, this book presents a profound exploration of human connections amidst adversity.
In 1653, as the Dutch East India Company’s Sparrowhawk meets its fate on a Korean island, local fisherman Hae-jo takes on the role of guide for the ship's bookkeeper. Their treacherous journey to Seoul tests the bonds of loyalty and friendship as they confront language barriers and a king intent on isolating his kingdom.
Fast forward three centuries to the Japanese occupation, where Yoo-jin is forcibly taken from her family, confronting the harsh realities of exploitation during the Korean War. A young soldier’s desperate search for her amidst chaos adds layers of tension and urgency to this poignant story.
'Brilliantly original, persuasive, revelatory, and affecting,' says acclaimed author Gail Jones. With an ISBN of 9781760800307, this brand-new edition from UWA Publishing offers a deep dive into a haunting chapter of history, resonating with readers who appreciate historical fiction filled with emotional depth and complex characters.
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: 9781760800307
Year: 2019
Publisher: UWA Publishing
Description:
Based on the seventeenth-century journal of a shipwrecked Dutch sailor, and testimonies of surviving Korean 'Comfort Women,'Typhoon Kingdom is a story of war, romance, and survival that brings to life the devastating history of Korea at crucial moments in its struggle for independence.
In 1653, the Dutch East India Company's Sparrowhawk is wrecked on a Korean island, and Hae-jo, a local fisherman, guides the ship's bookkeeper to Seoul in search of his surviving shipmates. The two men, one who has never ventured to the mainland, and the other unable to speak the language, are soon forced to choose between loyalty to each other, and a king determined to maintain his country's isolation.
Three-hundred years later, in the midst of the Japanese occupation, Yoo-jin is taken from her family and forced into prostitution, and a young soldier must navigate the Japanese surrender and ensuing chaos of the Korean War to find her.
'…brilliantly original, persuasive, revelatory and affecting.' — Gail Jones, author ofThe Death of Noah Glass
In 1653, as the Dutch East India Company’s Sparrowhawk meets its fate on a Korean island, local fisherman Hae-jo takes on the role of guide for the ship's bookkeeper. Their treacherous journey to Seoul tests the bonds of loyalty and friendship as they confront language barriers and a king intent on isolating his kingdom.
Fast forward three centuries to the Japanese occupation, where Yoo-jin is forcibly taken from her family, confronting the harsh realities of exploitation during the Korean War. A young soldier’s desperate search for her amidst chaos adds layers of tension and urgency to this poignant story.
'Brilliantly original, persuasive, revelatory, and affecting,' says acclaimed author Gail Jones. With an ISBN of 9781760800307, this brand-new edition from UWA Publishing offers a deep dive into a haunting chapter of history, resonating with readers who appreciate historical fiction filled with emotional depth and complex characters.
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: 9781760800307
Year: 2019
Publisher: UWA Publishing
Description:
Based on the seventeenth-century journal of a shipwrecked Dutch sailor, and testimonies of surviving Korean 'Comfort Women,'Typhoon Kingdom is a story of war, romance, and survival that brings to life the devastating history of Korea at crucial moments in its struggle for independence.
In 1653, the Dutch East India Company's Sparrowhawk is wrecked on a Korean island, and Hae-jo, a local fisherman, guides the ship's bookkeeper to Seoul in search of his surviving shipmates. The two men, one who has never ventured to the mainland, and the other unable to speak the language, are soon forced to choose between loyalty to each other, and a king determined to maintain his country's isolation.
Three-hundred years later, in the midst of the Japanese occupation, Yoo-jin is taken from her family and forced into prostitution, and a young soldier must navigate the Japanese surrender and ensuing chaos of the Korean War to find her.
'…brilliantly original, persuasive, revelatory and affecting.' — Gail Jones, author ofThe Death of Noah Glass