Pachinko is the second novel by Korean-American author Min Jin Lee. Published in 2017, Pachinko is an epic historical Fiction novel following a Korean family who eventually immigrates to Japan. The character-driven tale features a large ensemble of characters who become subjected to issues of racism and stereotypes, among other events with historical origins in the 20th-century Korean experiences with Japan.
Pachinko (novel). (2021, June 3). In Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pachinko_(novel)
There is a reason that you will only hear good things about this novel. I recommend this book for any Intermediate-Advanced learner of Korean who is interested in Japanese-Korean culture. Originally written for an English-speaking audience, this book has already made history. I invite you to check out why Pachinko was selected as a 2017 National Book Award Finalist.
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