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Han Kang
South Korean novelist, short story writer and poet.
채식주의자(개정판)
Synopsis
Yeong-hye decides to stop eating meat after a series of brutal dreams, a choice that shatters her quiet life and outrages her family. Her husband, brother-in-law, and sister each struggle to control or understand her as she retreats further into a plant-like state. This International Booker Prize winner explores the limits of the human body and the quiet violence of social expectations.
Genres
Characters
영혜Protagonist
인혜Protagonist
형부Protagonist
장인Antagonist
남편Supporting
Frequently asked questions
Does The Vegetarian have a film adaptation?
A South Korean film adaptation titled "Vegetarian" (채식주의자) was released in 2009, directed by Lim Woo-seong. It offers a visual interpretation of the novel's themes and narrative.
Is The Vegetarian a standalone novel?
The Vegetarian is a standalone novel, though it is part of a loose trilogy by Han Kang that explores different facets of human cruelty and resilience. Each book in the trilogy can be read independently.
What award did The Vegetarian win?
The Vegetarian won the International Booker Prize in 2016, bringing significant international recognition to Han Kang and Korean literature. This award is given to the best single work of fiction translated into English and published in the UK.