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[DeepL Translation - needs review] Joy and sorrow, sparkle and shine, what a refreshing story.
The great newcomer our literature has been waiting for! A name everyone will remember
After winning the Changbi New Novel Prize in 2018, Jang Ryu-jin's first novel, "The Joy and Sorrow of Work," became a sensation, garnering the attention of countless readers and writers alike. Shortly after its publication on the 'Creative Writing and Criticism' website, Jang Ryu-jin's debut novel, "The Joy...
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Page Count:
236
ISBN:
8936438034
ISBN13:
9788936438036
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bungakushoujosays
August 15, 2023
This book contains around 8 short stories that focus on the ups and downs of work life, just as the title suggests. The stories have different lengths and settings, some happening at work and others outside. They are all connected through the common theme of workplace relationships. None of the stories feature any major events, but 장류진 skillfully brings out the tension and suspense that can be found in everyday situations. This results in an underlying sense of unease throughout each short story