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The Calligrapher's Daughter
The Calligrapher's Daughter
Author: Eugenia Kim
A sweeping debut novel, inspired by the life of the author's mother, about a young woman who dares to fight for a brighter future in occupied Korea. — In early-twentieth-century Korea, Najin Han, the privileged daughter of a calligrapher, longs to choose her own destiny. Smart and headstrong, she is encouraged by her mother - but her stern father...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780805089127
ISBN-10: 0805089128
Publication Date: 8/4/2009
Pages: 400
Rating:
  • Currently 3.4/5 Stars.
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3.4 stars, based on 16 ratings
Publisher: Henry Holt and Co.
Book Type: Hardcover
Other Versions: Paperback, Audio CD
Members Wishing: 0
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TXGrobanite avatar reviewed The Calligrapher's Daughter on + 270 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 3
Wow---probably one of the best books I have read this year so far. At first, I wasn't sure I would like it because of the style of writing but as I got to reading more, I began to know the family and traditions of Korea. You "grow up" with Najin over a span of 30 years. I stayed up late each night for the past few nights trying to finish as I couldn't put it down. Highly recommended!!!
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bellasgranny avatar reviewed The Calligrapher's Daughter on + 468 more book reviews
I caught a blurb about this book on Amazon and was delighted to find it on my library's current books shelf on my next visit. What a discovery! Eugenia Kim's debut novel was wonderful. Beautifully written, completely engrossing story and characters that come to life on the page. I've been reading a lot of great historical fiction lately, and this one ranks up there with the likes of Lisa See and Amy Tan. I can't wait to see what Ms. Kim does next. Very highly recommended.
ASJ avatar reviewed The Calligrapher's Daughter on + 341 more book reviews
The writing of this book is beautiful, flows very well. The story was quite interesting, with good information of the history of the time. Some of the characters were a bit flat. My only complaint is the story moved very slowly. I do recommend reading it though.


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