Han Kang
The Vegetarian: A Novel
- ISBN 13:
- 9781846276033
- author:
- Han Kang
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Portobello Books Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2015
- Pages:
- 160
- Dimensions:
- 12.9 x 1.3 x 19.8 cm
- Genre:
- Fiction, Contemporary Fiction,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Yeong-hye's ordinary life is disrupted when she decides to become a vegetarian, prompted by disturbing nightmares. In a society where vegetarianism is almost unheard-of, her choice is a shocking act of subversion. As her husband's reactions become increasingly cruel, Yeong-hye's situation spirals out of control, leading her to contemplate drastic measures. Her decision also captivates her sister's husband, a video artist, who becomes fixated on her in his artworks. As Yeong-hye's fantasies of escaping her physical body take hold, she becomes increasingly entangled in a world of desire and shame. This is a novel about the complexities of human relationships, the faltering attempts to understand others, and the desperate search for identity in a society that demands conformity. A haunting and thought-provoking exploration of modern South Korean life, The Vegetarian is a deeply unsettling and beautiful novel that raises important questions about the human condition.
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