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The Vegetarian

Author: Han Kang

Book Locations

  • Dongdaemun Design Plaza

    In "The Vegetarian," Dongdaemun Design Plaza's modern and unconventional architecture reflects the protagonist's break from societal norms and her struggle with identity. It symbolizes the conflict between personal desire and societal expectations.

  • Cheonggyecheon Stream

    Cheonggyecheon Stream represents the flow of consciousness and the protagonist's journey into her own mind. The stream symbolizes the cleansing and renewal that she seeks, as well as the isolation she experiences.

  • Seoul Arts Center

    Seoul Arts Center is where the protagonist's husband encounters the disturbing and surreal art that reflects her mental state. The center represents the intersection of art, madness, and the human psyche.

  • Namsan Tower

    Namsan Tower, overlooking the city, symbolizes the protagonist's feeling of being watched and judged by society. It represents the pressure to conform and the isolation that comes from rejecting societal norms.

  • Inwangsan Mountain

    Inwangsan Mountain, with its shamanistic associations, symbolizes the spiritual and mystical elements in "The Vegetarian." It represents the protagonist's transformation and her connection to nature, as well as her detachment from reality.

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