Korean Book Reading Day
Book: Kim Jiyoung, Born 1982
‘Korean Book Reading Day’ is a new discussion group that explores Korean Literature in its original language.
From March to June we will read and discuss various themes and topics related to 'Kim Jiyoung, Born 1982' by Cho Nam-Joo.
The Korean version of ‘Kim Jiyoung, Born 1982’ will be provided, please note that the reading will be in Korean and so we kindly ask that only those who can read Korean apply.
Dates: Tuesday 11 March, 1 April, 6 May and 10 June 2025
Venue: Korean Cultural Centre UK
Available Seats: 15
Entrance Free - Booking Essential
Kim Jiyoung, Born 1982
Kim Jiyoung, Born 1982 is the Korean sensation that has got the whole world talking. The life story of one young woman born at the end of the twentieth century raises questions about endemic misogyny and institutional oppression that are relevant to us all.
A GUARDIAN 'ONE TO LOOK OUT FOR 2020'
A RED MAGAZINE 'CAN'T WAIT TO READ' BOOK OF 2020
About the Author: Cho Nam-Joo
Cho Nam-Joo, is a former television scriptwriter whose novel Kim Jiyoung, Born 1982 became a hotly debated bestseller in South Korea when it was published in 2016. Cho’s book uses the story of one woman to reveal gender inequality in all parts of Korean society, from the privileging of male children to workplace discrimination and harassment. Guardian Interview
You can click the 'Book now' button in the top right corner of this page.
The booking system utilises a lottery-based programme that picks names at random, once the final selection has been drawn we will send you an e-mail regarding the result of the selection.
You can pick up a Korean copy of the book from the Korean Cultural Centre UK, once you have received your confirmation e-mail.
Photographs, videos and press photography
This event will be video recorded with photographs taken through the venue. By entering and by your presence here, you consent to being photographed and filmed. Footage may be used for social media posts.
