Han Kang describes the demonstration in simple, un-dramatized language. But the force of the simplicity can make the reader tense up and feel absolutely heartbroken. The phrase “Because you wanted to live.” feels like being torn apart by all the agony that we have sensed from the start of the book. And we can see that this is just one part of her masterclass writing.
— Jan 02, 2026 09:07AM
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