Azaleas - (Weatherhead Books on Asia) by Kim Sowol

Azaleas by Kim Sowol is a captivating collection of poems that will transport you to Korea's vibrant culture.

This elegant translation by David R.

McCann maintains the immediacy and richness of Sowol's work, sharing with English-language readers the quiet beauty of a poet who continues to cast a powerful spell on generations of Korean readers.

Follow the journey of a young Korean as he travels from the northern P'yongyang area near Seoul, told through an array of voices that describe his experiences as a student and writer in Seoul and his return north.

This landmark of Korean literature speaks to readers from all cultures, providing vital insight into Sowol's work and life through an essay by his mentor, the poet Kim Ok.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to discover the quiet beauty of Korea through the eyes of a master poet.