My Perspective on Storytelling and Literature
The novella The Death of Ivan Ilyich by Leo Tolstoy is one of the most profound literary works on the nature of life and death. Through this masterpiece, Tolstoy delivers a sharp critique of bourgeois existence and superficial social conventions, inviting readers to reflect on the meaning of authentic life and the inevitability of dea
The novel The Memoir of a Murderer (2013) by Kim Young-ha, a contemporary Korean writer, is a dark and captivating work in the psychological thriller genre. Beyond being a simple crime story, it is a profound exploration of identity, memory, and the nature of evil. Through a first-person narrative, the reader is drawn into the labyrinth of a serial killer’s mind as he struggles with Alzheimer’s disease.
The novel The Eaters (2009) by Jean Teulé is based on a horrifying real event in 19th-century France. With a bitter and darkly ironic tone, Teulé explores moral decay, class prejudice, and collective violence, showing how the collapse of social control can turn ordinary people into ruthless monsters.
The novel The Suicide Shop (2007) by Jean Teulé depicts a bizarre dystopia where depression and despair dominate society, and death becomes a thriving business. With biting dark humor, the book critiques modern society and shows how even a small spark of joy can dismantle the structures of hopelessness.
The novel The Wall (2019) by John Lanchester is a dystopian thriller that explores contemporary fears, climate crises, and border politics. With its cold and relentless atmosphere, the book serves as a metaphor for isolationism and the collapse of generational hope, quickly becoming a bestseller.
The novel Candide; or Optimism (1759) by Voltaire is one of the most influential works of the Enlightenment. With biting satire and irony, it challenges Leibniz’s philosophical optimism. Through Candide’s disastrous journey, Voltaire demonstrates that evil and suffering are inseparable parts of the world, and blind optimism is a dangerous folly.
