Park, Sunyoung
Readymade Bodhisattva
- ISBN 13:
- 9781885030573
- author:
- Park, Sunyoung
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Kaya Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 528
- Dimensions:
- 17.8 x 12.7 centimetres
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Anthologies, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Readymade Bodhisattva: The Kaya Anthology of South Korean Science Fiction brings together 13 classic and contemporary stories from the 1960s through the 2010s, offering a unique perspective on global technoindustrial modernity and its human consequences. Spanning over half a century of South Korean science fiction, this anthology showcases the thematic and stylistic versatility of South Korean writers. From reimagined robots to postapocalyptic showdowns, these stories demonstrate the ability of South Korean science-fiction writers to play off familiar tropes in unexpected ways, reflecting both local historical specifics and global cultural influences. The book includes a critical introduction, an essay on SF fandom in South Korea, and contextualizing information and annotations for each story. This comprehensive anthology provides a fresh perspective on the intersection of technology and humanity, offering insights into the human experience through the lens of science fiction.
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