Description
Aquarium (Su-jok-gwan) – A Novel by Yoo Rae-hyeok – Korean Version
Brand: Yoo Rae-hyeok
Aquarium (Su-jo-gwan) is a contemporary novel by Yoo Rae-hyeok that explores the lingering impact of the past and the search for freedom. The story follows Ryuichi, who grew up in a care facility, and Akari, who escaped from the same place. Together, they navigate the deep wounds and memories that shape their lives, sharing dreams of reaching the wide sea of Okinawa and escaping the confines of their metaphorical aquarium. The novel contemplates whether they can find true freedom and hear the sound of waves under the dazzling sunlight without stealing each other’s breath.
Book Design & Materials
- Cover: Hardcover with a matte white finish and a vivid illustration on the front.
- Illustration: The cover features a striking watercolor-style artwork of two youths riding bicycles under a vast blue sky filled with dramatic, billowing white clouds, evoking a sense of summer and open possibility.
- Typography: Blue serif font for the title and author’s name, both on the cover and spine.
- Physical Details: 376 pages, approximately 400g, dimensions 128 x 188 x 20 mm.
Product Details
| Title | Aquarium (Su-jok-gwan) |
|---|---|
| Author | Yoo Rae-hyeok |
| ISBN13 | 9791198547514 |
| ISBN10 | 1198547510 |
| Pages | 376 |
| Weight | 400g |
| Size | 128 x 188 x 20 mm |
Highlights
- Evocative storytelling centered on overcoming the boundaries of the past.
- Atmospheric cover art that captures the novel’s themes of hope and longing.
- Hardcover edition with premium paper and a ribbon bookmark.
- Includes endorsements and reviews praising the lyrical prose and immersive narrative.
Aquarium (Su-jo-gwan) is ideal for readers seeking a moving literary experience about resilience, memory, and the pursuit of freedom.














































