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Pachinko: The New York Times Bestseller by Min Jin Lee is more than just a novel; it’s a compelling saga that captures the heart and soul of the immigrant experience. Spanning four generations, this extraordinary story has become a million-copy bestseller and a finalist for the prestigious National Book Award, solidifying its place as one of the top 10 Books of 2017 by The New York Times.
Set against the tumultuous backdrop of early 20th-century Korea, Pachinko begins in 1911 in a humble fishing village. The tale unfolds around Sunja, a fifteen-year-old girl whose life takes an unexpected turn when a married yakuza leaves her pregnant. With her family's honor at stake, her fate changes when Isak, a compassionate Christian minister, offers her a chance at a new life in Japan as his wife.
Throughout its pages, Min Jin Lee artfully weaves a rich tapestry of:
Pachinko is not just a narrative; it is a masterful exploration of belonging in an ever-changing world. Selected for Emma Watson's Our Shared Shelf book club, this literary gem promises to resonate deeply with readers, leaving them moved by its vibrant characters and profound themes. Dive into this evocative journey and discover the enduring power of love, sacrifice, and hope.
ISBN: | 9781838930509 |
Author: | Min Jin Lee |
Format: | Paperback / softback |
Imprint: | Apollo |
Publisher: | Bloomsbury Publishing PLC |
Dimensions: | 201 x 121 x 36 mm |
Publication Date: | 01 September, 2020 |
Pagination: | 560 pages |
Weight: | 406g |
Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’
Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’