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Kim Jiyoung, Born 1982: The international bestseller by Cho Nam-Joo (Paperback, 2021)

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Delve into the captivating narrative of 'Kim Jiyoung, Born 1982', the international bestseller by Cho Nam-Joo. Published by Simon & Schuster in 2021, this paperback edition presents a thought-provoking tale that is sure to engage and resonate with readers. With its 176 pages, the book is a substantial yet succinct addition to your literary collection.Measuring 198mm in height and 130mm in width, this book comfortably fits in your hands or on your shelf. It's written in clear English, making it accessible to a wide audience interested in insightful storytelling. Whether you're a bibliophile or someone who enjoys a well-crafted story, this book promises a journey worth taking.

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The multi-million copy selling, international bestseller Kim Jiyoung, Born 1982 is the South Korean sensation that has got the whole world talking. The life story of one young woman born at the end of the twentieth century raises questions about endemic misogyny and institutional oppression that are relevant to us all. A GUARDIAN 'ONE TO LOOK OUT FOR 2020' A RED MAGAZINE 'CAN'T WAIT TO READ' BOOK OF 2020 Riveting, original and uncompromising, this is the most important book to have emerged from South Korea sinceHan Kang's The Vegetarian. This is a book about the life of a woman living in Korea; the despair of an ordinary woman which she takes for granted. The fact that it's not about 'someone special' is extremely shocking, while also being incredibly relatable. Sayaka Murata, author of Convenience Store Woman Kim Jiyoung is a girl born to a mother whose in-laws wanted a boy. Kim Jiyoung is a sister made to share a room while her brother gets one of his own. Kim Jiyoung is a female preyed upon by male teachers at school. Kim Jiyoung is a daughter whose father blames her when she is harassed late at night. Kim Jiyoung is a good student who doesn't get put forward for internships. Kim Jiyoung is a model employee but gets overlooked for promotion. Kim Jiyoung is a wife who gives up her career and independence for a life of domesticity. Kim Jiyoung has started acting strangely. Kim Jiyoung is depressed. Kim Jiyoung is mad. Kim Jiyoung is her own woman. Kim Jiyoung is every woman. Kim Jiyoung, Born 1982 is the South Korean sensation that has got the whole world talking. The life story of one young woman born at the end of the twentieth century raises questions about endemic misogyny and institutional oppression that are relevant to us all. Riveting, original and uncompromising, this is the most important book to have emerged from South Korea since Han Kang's The Vegetarian.