Sunme Yoon Poradie kníh (chronologicky)

Before the nightmare, Yeong-hye and her husband lived an ordinary life. But when splintering, blood-soaked images start haunting her thoughts, Yeong-hye decides to purge her mind and renounce eating meat. In a country where societal mores are strictly obeyed, Yeong-hye's decision to embrace a more “plant-like” existence is a shocking act of subversion. And as her passive rebellion manifests in ever more extreme and frightening forms, scandal, abuse, and estrangement begin to send Yeong-hye spiraling deep into the spaces of her fantasy. In a complete metamorphosis of both mind and body, her now dangerous endeavor will take Yeong-hye—impossibly, ecstatically, tragically—far from her once-known self altogether.   A disturbing, yet beautifully composed narrative told in three parts, The Vegetarian is an allegorical novel about modern day South Korea, but also a story of obsession, choice, and our faltering attempts to understand others, from one imprisoned body to another.

WALL STREET JOURNAL STORIES THAT CAN TAKE YOU ANYWHERE PICK * ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY'S STAY HOME AND READ PICK * SALON'S BEST AND BOLDEST * BUSTLE'S MOST ANTICIPATED This poignant story explores how love, friendship, and persistence can transform a life. It centers on Yunjae, who has Alexithymia, a brain condition that hinders his ability to feel emotions like fear or anger. Lacking friends, he finds solace in his devoted mother and grandmother, who create a nurturing environment in their home above a used bookstore, filled with colorful Post-it notes guiding his social interactions. However, on Christmas Eve, Yunjae's sixteenth birthday, a shocking act of violence alters his life forever, leaving him isolated and struggling with his grief. His world shifts when troubled teenager Gon arrives at his school, leading to an unexpected friendship. As Yunjae begins to engage with others, including a girl at school, he experiences gradual internal change. When Gon faces a life-threatening situation, Yunjae is pushed to step beyond his comfort zones and discover the hero within himself. This resonant tale will resonate with readers of Wonder and Ginny Moon, showcasing Yunjae's journey toward courage and self-discovery. Translated from the Korean by Sandy Joosun Lee.