Caring for Plants, By Hye-young Pyun (2017)

Caring for Plants, By Hye-young Pyun (2017)

Rating: 9/10

This was the first Korean literature to read in class and I could clearly notice the difference in the degree of understanding compared to other foreign literature we read so far. Since I own knowledge about the cultural background of the setting, I was allowed to relate to each character with much depth. The hospital where Oghi was situated, the figure of the pastor, and the, relationship between the mother-in-law and her son-in-law I have seen those cultural elements in my actual life experience and that meant I could imagine how this story is happening not only through words but by real imagery.  Thus, this story taught me the importance of being a good reader. By having knowledge of the cultural and historical background of the story, we are given the opportunity to relate to the author's intention.