PLEASE LOOK AFTER MOTHER: 10TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION

Book Details:

• Author: Kyung-Sook Shin

• Publisher: Weidenfeld & Nicolson

• Language: English

• Edition: 2022

• ISBN: 9781474621687

• Pages: 272

• Cover: Paperback

• Dimensions: 7.8 x 5.1 x 0.9 inches

About the Book:

Please Look After Mother by Kyung-Sook Shin is a deeply moving and thought-provoking novel that delves into the intricate relationships within a Korean family. The story begins when sixty-nine-year-old So-nyo is separated from her husband in the crowded Seoul subway station, triggering a desperate search by her family. As the search unfolds, hidden secrets and long-buried sorrows emerge, causing the family to question how well they truly knew the woman they called "Mother."

Told through the heartfelt perspectives of her daughter, son, husband, and mother, this novel offers a powerful and authentic portrait of contemporary life in Korea, while touching on universal themes of family, love, and the mysteries of motherhood. Please Look After Mother is a raw and emotional exploration of the bonds that tie families together, and it has been celebrated as one of the most accomplished and stirring works of contemporary fiction. With an introduction by Banana Yoshimoto, this novel is a must-read for those who appreciate rich storytelling that resonates with the complexities of family life.