Description
In a world grappling with the relentless pace of industrialization and consumption, a young boy named Bugeye finds his life irrevocably altered when he and his mother are forced to relocate to Flower Island, a sprawling landfill on the outskirts of Seoul. This stark new reality, far removed from the city's allure, becomes a microcosm of a society defined by its waste and the lives lived in its shadow. Through Bugeye's eyes, the novel unflinchingly explores the human cost of progress, the resilience of those on the margins, and the profound connections that can bloom even in the most desolate of landscapes. Hwang Sok-yong masterfully crafts a poignant narrative that serves as a powerful critique of our disposable culture, urging readers to confront the familiar things we so readily discard.
Available Editions
paperback
Scribe Publications
Published Jun 8, 2017
216 pages
ISBN: 9781925228991
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Details
First Published
2017
Language
eng
Translation
From: kor
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