Waxen Wings: The Acta Koreana Anthology of Short Fiction from Korea
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| Rating | : | 4.40 (783 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1597432032 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 250 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-12-12 |
| Language | : | English |
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Charles C. Montgomery said This is THE Introduction to Korean Literature. Waxen Wings: The Acta Korean Anthology of Short Fiction from Korea, edited by Bruce Fulton, is a breakthrough in the translation and publishing of Korean short stories into English. It is the first collection of such stories that I have read in which it seemed that the criteria for choosing works included an analysis of whether or not the works would be enjoyable and comprehensible to Western readers who have little innate under. Mary Connor said Review of "Waxen Wings," an anthology of Korean short stories. "Waxen Wings" includes nine short stories that are beautifully written and are the most comprehensive and enjoyable that I have read. The stories are all memorable and introduce readers to Korean culture. My favorite stories are "Prison of the Heart" (focuses on Post-War Korea), "Waxen Wings" (a memorable fable), "We Teach Shame" (contemporary story with flashbacks to the Korean War), "The Pager (an entertaining contemporary sto. A great introduction to South Korean literature KathLDK Literogo This varied collection of Korean short stories takes you through a basic introduction to South Korean literature, and is a great starting point for anyone. I'd rank it up there with Japanese short fiction greats such as Ryu Murakami.
The title of the anthology, from Ha Songnan's 1999 story, suggests the transcendental qualities of the finest Korean short fiction. In The Mountains by Yi HyoseokConstable Maeng by Ch'ae ManshikWeaver Woman by Oh Cheong-huiWe Sell Shame by Park Wan-soPrison of the Heart by Kim Won-ilThe Pager by Kim Young-haWaxen Wings by Ha Seong-nanCorpses by Pyeon Hye-yeongThe Glass Shield by Kim Chung-yeok. In between are the two writers who are primari