7 months ago
Min Jin Lee's New Book Explores Korean Education Obsession
Min Jin Lee, who wrote the famous book 'Pachinko', is writing a new book called 'American Hagwon'.
This book is about how much Koreans care about education.
It tells the story of a Korean family who moves around the world, including to Korea, Australia, and Southern California, after a big money problem in Asia.
The family is trying to get back on track.
Min Jin Lee is known for writing big books that take a long time because she does a lot of research and talks to many people.
She went to really good schools in the United States.
Her new book is going to come out in September.
Min Jin Lee's new book, 'American Hagwon', explores the Korean obsession with education.
The story follows a middle-class Korean family affected by the Asian financial crisis.
Lee's previous book, 'Pachinko', was a National Book Award finalist and ranked among the best novels of the 21st century.
The book is set in multiple locations, including Korea, Australia, and Southern California.
Lee is known for her extensive research and travel for her books.
- Who
- Min Jin Lee, a Korean-American author
- What
- Her new book, 'American Hagwon', explores the Korean obsession with education
- Where
- The story is set in Korea, Australia, and Southern California
- When
- The book is scheduled for release on September 29
- Why
- To explore the Korean diaspora and the impact of the Asian financial crisis on a middle-class Korean family
Key facts
- Author
- Min Jin Lee
- Book Title
- American Hagwon
- Release Date
- September 29
- Publisher
- Cardinal, a Hachette Book Group imprint
- Previous Work
- Pachinko
- Education Background
- Bronx High School of Science, Yale University, Georgetown University
- Hagwon Definition
- For-profit tutoring centers in Korea
Quotes
Min Jin Lee
Author of 'American Hagwon' and 'Pachinko'
“We're obsessed with education, and it became my obsession over why Koreans care so much.”
livemint.com
“Any language school or organisation that gives private lesson music classes” can be considered a Hagwon.”
livemint.com
Reagan Arthur
Cardinal Publisher and Senior Vice President
“Almost 10 years after Pachinko, Min Jin Lee continues to give shape to history's seismic shifts in her fiction, refracting generational change through indelible, masterfully etched characters you can't help rooting for.”
livemint.com
Sources
Related news
From Magic Squares to Memorable Ads, Signs and Slogans
Maharashtra, Australia Plan Biomanufacturing Task Force for Joint Growth
India Replaces Sri Lanka as 2027 Women’s Champions Trophy Host
Mitsubishi Revives Pajero With 201PS Fifth-Generation SUV
IIM-Born CEO Says Australia’s Everyday Life Runs on Trust
