At Dusk

Discover 'At Dusk,' a poignant novel by acclaimed South Korean author Hwang Sok-yong that explores themes of memory, loss, and societal advancement. This B-format paperback, published by Scribe Publications in 2018, invites readers into the life of Parl Minwoo, a wealthy architect reflecting on his tumultuous past in Seoul. As he receives a message from a childhood friend, long-buried memories resurface, challenging his understanding of success and the cost of progress. With 192 pages rich in narrative, 'At Dusk' raises timeless questions perfect for thoughtful book group discussions and individuals seeking deep, meaningful literature. This compelling tale not only shines a light on individual dilemmas but encapsulates the broader human experience within a rapidly changing society. Enjoy FREE shipping on your order of 'At Dusk' at Smartfox NZ, your go-to ecommerce store for quality literature. Please note that combined shipping for other products is not available with this item, and delivery may take up to 10 days. Order now to delve into this beautifully crafted exploration of the complexities of life and human connections.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781925322934
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2018
Publisher: Scribe Publications
Pages: 192


Description:
In the evening of his life, a wealthy man begins to wonder if he might have missed the point.

Parl Minwoo is a success story. Born into poverty in a miserable neighbourhood of Seoul, he has ridden the wave of development in his country. Now the director of a large architectural firm, his hard work and ambition have brought him triumph and satisfaction. But that all begins to change when he receives a message from a childhood friend he once loved. As memories return unbidden, he recalls a world he thought he had left behind - a world he now realises that he has helped to destroy.



'At Dusk is a small but powerful novel from one of South Korea's most esteemed novelists ... The questions At Dusk raises are timeless, and perfect for more serious book-group discussions.'
-Annie Condon, Readings

'Having been imprisoned for political reasons, Hwang has a restrained, delicate touch, alive to the nuances of memory, the slipperiness of the past, and the difficult choices life forces us to make ... Subtly political, deeply humane, a story about home, loss, and the cost of a country's advancement.' STARRED REVIEW
-Kirkus

'Hwang Sok-yong's At Dusk is a perfect slice of Koreana ... shows the underbelly of a nation through the life of characters inhabiting society's bottom rung ... Sok-yong proves once again that fiction can be the best way to tell devastating truths.'
-Gabino Iglesias, NPR

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