The Story
The Vegetarian* is a novel by South Korean author Han Kang that tells the story of a woman's psychological breakdown and her family's inability to understand her, following her decision to stop eating meat after a series of violent dreams. The book, which won the 2016 Man Booker International Prize, is known for its exploration of themes like bodily autonomy, societal pressure, and violence.
Description
The Vegetarian* is a novel by South Korean author Han Kang that tells the story of a woman's psychological breakdown and her family's inability to understand her, following her decision to stop eating meat after a series of violent dreams. The book, which won the 2016 Man Booker International Prize, is known for its exploration of themes like bodily autonomy, societal pressure, and violence.
