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Shoko's Smile: Stories,Used
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A bestselling and awardwinning debut collection from one of South Korea's most prominent young writers.In crisp, unembellished prose, Eunyoung Choi paints intimate portraits of the lives of young women in South Korea, balancing the personal with the political. In the title story, a fraught friendship between an exchange student and her host sister follows them from adolescence to adulthood. In "A Song from Afar," a young woman grapples with the death of her lover, traveling to Russia to search for information about the deceased. In "Secret," the parents of a teacher killed in the Sewol ferry sinking hide the news of her death from her grandmother.In the tradition of Sally Rooney, Banana Yoshimoto, and Marilynne Robinsonwriters from different cultures who all take an unvarnished look at human relationships and the female experienceChoi Eunyoung is a writer to watch.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Shoko's Smile: Stories'? A: The main theme revolves around the intimate experiences of young women in South Korea, blending personal narratives with political undertones.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Shoko's Smile: Stories'? A: The author is Eunyoung Choi, a prominent young writer from South Korea.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Shoko's Smile: Stories' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Shoko's Smile: Stories'? A: The book contains 272 pages.
- Q: When was 'Shoko's Smile: Stories' published? A: The book was published on June 1, 2021.
- Q: What can readers expect from the writing style of Eunyoung Choi? A: Readers can expect a crisp and unembellished prose style that offers intimate portraits of the characters.
- Q: Is 'Shoko's Smile: Stories' suitable for readers interested in cultural heritage? A: Yes, the book falls under the category of Cultural Heritage and explores significant cultural themes.
- Q: Are there any notable comparisons made with other authors? A: Eunyoung Choi is compared to writers like Sally Rooney, Banana Yoshimoto, and Marilynne Robinson for her insightful exploration of human relationships.
- Q: What topics are explored in the stories within 'Shoko's Smile'? A: The stories explore themes such as friendship, love, loss, and the complexities of life in modern South Korea.
- Q: Is the book suitable for readers new to Korean literature? A: Yes, 'Shoko's Smile: Stories' is an accessible entry point for readers interested in Korean literature and contemporary themes.