In this episode, Liz and Trudy read Han Kang’s “The Vegetarian” and talk about whether it will one day be considered a classic.
The story follows a quote ‘unremarkable’ woman who, following a series of strange and violent dreams, decides to become a vegetarian. The novel tracks how this decision goes on to impact her relationships with the characters around her, resulting in a series of strange and disturbing events.
In this episode, Liz and Trudy delve into the novel’s complex – and sometimes confusing – imagery. They ask why Yeong-hye decides to become a vegetarian and why Han Kang doesn’t write a chapter from her point of view. They also discuss the Bastard and Babe of the Book and debate whether or not “The Vegetarian” will one day be considered a future classic.
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