An Observer Picture Book of the Year
A Read for Empathy Collection Choice, chosen by EmpathyLab
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.
¿ `[S]ensitive, closely observed portraits.¿ ¿Publishers Weekly
¿ `A contemplative, poignant rendering of everyday journeys.¿ ¿Kirkus Reviews
¿ `[B]eautiful 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