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I Am the Subway

By Hyo-eun Kim
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I Am the Subway by Hyo-eun Kim brings the reader along a journey through the Seoul subway system, capturing the diverse stories of passengers. Each page depicts the bustling life and myriad experiences of its commuters, weaving an atmospheric tale of connection and individuality in the seemingly mundane daily commute. This children's book beautifully illustrates how every individual aboard has their own unique story.
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You might enjoy this book if you're drawn to beautifully illustrated tales that capture the vibrancy of urban life. It explores the everyday stories of people travelling through a bustling city's subway, making it perfect for readers who appreciate narratives that highlight the connections and rhythms of city living through a child-friendly lens.

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A cinematic journey through the Seoul subway that masterfully portrays the many unique lives we travel alongside whenever we take the train. A poetic translation of the bestselling Korean picture book.

Accompanied by the constant, rumbling ba-dum ba-dum of its passage through the city, the subway has stories to tell. Between sunrise and sunset, it welcomes and farewells people and holds them—along with their joys, hopes, fears, and memories—in its embrace.

Originally published in Korean and brought to English-speaking audiences with the help of renowned translator Deborah Smith (The Vegetarian), I Am the Subway vividly reflects the shared humanity that can be found in crowded metropolitan cities.

'A poetic journey through the Korean subway, narrated by the train itself.' – The Guardian, best children's books of 2022

'Sensitive, closely observed portraits.' – Publishers Weekly

'A contemplative, poignant rendering of everyday journeys.' – Kirkus Reviews

'Beautiful and unusual.' – Youth Services Book Review

'Bewitching.' – Foreword Reviews

'A poetic tribute to Seoul and its people, I Am the Subway makes for an unforgettable journey.' – BookPage

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I Am the Subway by Hyo-eun Kim is praised for its vibrant illustrations and poetic text, capturing the dynamic rhythm and bustling atmosphere of the Seoul subway system. It's celebrated for highlighting the diverse lives of passengers, offering readers an evocative journey alongside them. The book is both engaging for children and a gentle reflective piece for adults, appreciated for its universal themes and artistic style.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781922310514

Publisher: Scribe Publications

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 31 August 2021

Country: Australia

Imprint: Scribble

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 12.0mm

Width: 248.0mm

Height: 266.0mm

Weight: 496g

Pages: 52

Collections

Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s & Teenage Non-Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Hyo-eun Kim Penguin Books

About the Author

Hyo-eun Kim (Author) Kim Hyo-eun studied textile design at college and illustration at the Ibpil Future Illustration Research Institute. Books written and illustrated by Kim Hyo-eun include I Am the Subway. Picture books with illustrations created by Kim include A Baby on a Train, A Starry Flower Wall, The Place We Walk Becomes the Road, and Minji and a Squirrel. Deborah Smith (Translator) Deborah Smith is an internationally renowned translator. She founded Tilted Axis Press to learn, share, and support a more nuanced and equitable awareness of our mutually entangled lives. In 2016 she was co-winner of the Man Booker International Prize for Literature, alongside author Han Kang, for her translation of The Vegetarian.

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