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Human Acts Quotes

This Book Wrecked Me

Human Acts by Han Kang is a harrowing examination of the brutality humans inflict on each other, focusing on the Gwangju Uprising. Through intertwined narratives, the novel explores the deep scars of oppression, trauma, and loss, compelling readers to confront the darkness of human nature and the importance of remembrance in the face of atrocities.

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She and Her Cat: Quotes and Life Lessons

She and Her Cat began as a short film released in 1999, later adapted into a mini-TV series in 2016. The story has since evolved into a novel aimed at pet owners and animal lovers alike. Divided into four chapters, it tells the stories of four women and their cats, exploring how their lives intersect and change through their unique companionships. As the wise dog, Jon, puts it: “Why bother looking after people? Because if we don’t, they die.”

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Hate Your Job? Here’s Some Real Talk from ‘Welcome to Hyunam-Dong Bookshop’

‘Welcome to Hyunam-Dong Bookshop’ by Hwang Bo-reum is a heartfelt slice-of-life novel that draws readers into a quaint neighborhood bookshop in Seoul, South Korea. The story revolves around Yeongju, a woman who has checked all the right boxes—a university degree, a respectable job, and a decent husband. Despite these achievements, she finds herself dissatisfied and overwhelmed. In a decisive move to reclaim her life, Yeongju quits her high-pressure job, ends her marriage, and opens a bookshop, fulfilling a dream she had set aside.

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Quotes from 'Twinkling Watermelon'

Viva La Vida—and Other Inspiring Quotes from ‘Twinkling Watermelon’

Here are some of the inspirational quotes and lessons I’ve learned from ‘Twinkling Watermelon’ that really kept me glued to the screen until the very end. Every episode just throws in a dose of hope and motivation, reminding us to keep pushing forward no matter how tough things get and to never forget to have a good time along the way. Viva la Vida!