A lyrical fable and adventure story, available in English for the first time
Sun-mi Hwang is a beloved writer in South Korea, where she has won many awards and published more than forty books enjoyed by adults and children alike. She lives in Seoul, South Korea.
'Already regarded as a modern classic… A fable for our time,
outstanding in the quality of its layered, lyrical
prose.' Carousel
‘Bewitching… a fabular bestseller told from the point of view of a
homeless hen, which will make grown men and women
cry.’ Independent, 'Books of the Year'
'Will bring a tear to many a young eye.' School Librarian
'Has charms for all ages.' Glasgow Herald
“It has the plain language of a folktale but also its power of dark
suggestion.”
*NPR.org, “The Best Books Coming Out This Week”*
“Beautifully and simply written . . . Sprout [is] one of the most
likable protagonists of the year. With her defiance of the rules,
curiosity and tireless efforts, Sprout stays with and inspires the
reader long after the slim story is finished.”
*Bookreporter*
“Perfect to read in a single sitting, although the story’s loving
spirit is sure to linger. It’s also the ideal gift to share with
anyone and everyone who holds a place in your heart.”
*BookDragon*
"An adroit allegory about life..in the vein of classics like
Charlotte's Web and Jonathan Livinvston Seagull...A subtle morality
tale that will appeal to readers of all ages."
*Kirkus Review*
"A simply told but absorbing fable...Spare but evocative line
drawing...add to the subtle charm."
*Publishers Weekly*
'The Hen Who Dreamed She Could Fly breaks down the boundaries
between the animal and the human and takes us on the intensely
personal journey of a lonely hen whose simple, fierce desires guide
her to surprising places. This entertaining and plaintive tale is
South Korea’s Charlotte’s Web for youth and adults
alike.' Krys Lee, author of Drifting House
'Everything wonderful about the world is contained in this small
gem of a novel, which brims with dream-fulfilling adventures and
the longing that underlies love.' Kyung-sook Shin, New York
Times-bestselling author of Please Look After Mom
'A note-perfect masterstroke of a novella that captures the
contemporary indignation we often accept in tempering our own
ambitions, so that we can at least lead undramatic
lives.' Toronto Star
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