The Red Queen

A Transcultural Tragicomedy

Autori

• Margaret Drabble

Parametri

• 350 pagine
• 13 ore di lettura

• Asia
• Narrativa
• Narrativa asiatica
• Narrativa contemporanea
• Prosa storica

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The story unfolds as Barbara Halliwell, a scholar at Oxford, discovers a memoir from a Korean crown princess while preparing for her trip to Seoul. The memoir reveals the tragic and intricate life of Crown Princess Hyegyong, detailing court intrigues and personal sorrows. As Barbara explores Korea with a local guide, she becomes deeply connected to the princess's past, leading her to question her own life and the impact of her experiences. The narrative intertwines historical reflection with personal transformation, highlighting themes of identity and legacy.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2005

(In brossura)