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  • Slow, precise prose that reorients your sense of memory and identity, told through the intertwined lives of two sisters
  • A paperback novel by Eun Hee-kyung, concluding her acclaimed Time Trilogy with present-tense clarity and a minimalist botanical cover
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Who it's for
Readers interested in contemporary Korean literary fiction about memory, identity, and family
Main benefit
A 384-page paperback novel exploring memory, identity, and the passage of time through two sisters
Texture / fit
Paperback book with a soft beige cover and minimalist botanical design
Size
133 x 200 x 30 mm; 384 pages
Material / key ingredients
Paper; Korean-language literary fiction by Eun Hee-kyung
How to use
Read as a contemporary literary novel.

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The Texture of Time

By Eun Hee-kyung | Munhakdongne

The Texture of Time is a contemporary novel that marks the conclusion of the acclaimed “Time Trilogy,” following the author’s previous works, The Gift of Birds and The Past of Light. This new release is a thoughtful exploration of memory, identity, and the passage of time, told through the intertwined lives of two sisters, Anna and Kyung-sun, whose personalities and appearances are strikingly different.

The novel delves into the mysterious memories etched into their bodies and the unique “first” moments encountered in the twilight of life, ultimately unfolding a story of forging a new future together. Eun Hee-kyung, a celebrated figure in Korean literature, returns with her first full-length novel in seven years, offering readers a profound narrative that examines the human condition through precise, present-tense prose and vivid detail.

The book is presented in a soft beige cover with minimalist green typography and features a delicate botanical illustration on the front. The physical edition is a paperback with a clean, modern design, reflecting the contemplative tone of the work. The author’s portrait is included, emphasizing her established presence in the literary world.

Throughout the novel, readers encounter memorable lines that evoke the invisible texture of time—moments of pain, joy, sorrow, and reconciliation—woven seamlessly into the fabric of everyday life. The story resonates with anyone who has pondered the meaning of time, memory, and personal growth.

Product Details

Title The Texture of Time
Author Eun Hee-kyung
Publisher Munhakdongne
Pages 384
Weight 452g
Dimensions 133 x 200 x 30 mm
ISBN13 9791141617226
ISBN10 1141617226

Key Features

  • Final installment of the “Time Trilogy” by Eun Hee-kyung
  • Explores themes of memory, identity, and the passage of time
  • Focuses on the relationship between two sisters with contrasting personalities
  • Written in a present-tense style for a contemporary sense of time
  • Elegant paperback design with botanical cover illustration

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2 reviews for The Texture of Time

  1. Corinne Mercer Portland, USA

    Picked this up since I liked another book from the same press, and it’s the stronger read.

  2. Katrin Weber Cologne, Germany

    Die Geschichte der beiden Schwestern ist ruhig und einfühlsam erzählt. Wer koreanische Literatur mag, wird das Buch schnell durchlesen.

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