Like a long winter’s dream, Han Kang’s haunting and visionary new novel, We Do Not Part, takes readers on a journey from contemporary South Korea into its painful history. Beginning one morning in December, the story traces Kyungha’s path from Seoul to Jeju Island, where she must care for her old friend Inseon’s pet bird. A sudden snowstorm plunges Kyungha into a world of white, challenging her resolve to reach Inseon’s house and save the bird. As night falls, she uncovers the long-buried story of Inseon’s family, revealing a terrible massacre that occurred on the island seventy years prior.

Why You Should Read?

• Experience a profound narrative that explores themes of friendship, memory, and the enduring impact of historical trauma.
• Delve into the rich cultural and historical landscape of South Korea, particularly the painful events on Jeju Island.
• Immerse yourself in Han Kang's distinctive literary style, known for its evocative prose and deep emotional resonance.
• Discover a powerful indictment against forgetting, urging readers to confront difficult pasts and their echoes in the present.

About the Author

Han Kang is a celebrated South Korean author, known for her powerful and often unsettling explorations of the human condition. Her works frequently delve into themes of violence, trauma, and the body, drawing on both personal and historical narratives. She has received numerous accolades for her writing, including the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2024. Her novels are translated into many languages, captivating readers worldwide with their unique blend of beauty and brutality.

e. yaewon and Paige Aniyah Morris are the skilled translators who brought Han Kang's profound narrative, We Do Not Part, to English-speaking audiences. Their collaborative effort ensures that the nuances and emotional depth of the original Korean text are faithfully conveyed, allowing international readers to fully appreciate the author's vision and storytelling.