Thoughts of Gwangsoo

Author: Han Pogwangsu
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Publish Date: 2005-01-01
Features: Pogwangsu's Thoughts is a three-volume comic collection by the author Han Pogwangsu. Through the character "Shin Borye," Pogwangsu gathers the small, everyday details of life, both those that happen to others and those that happen to himself. The comics are highly philosophical, with each section offering an allegorical warning and provoking deep reflection. The book has received high praise in Korea, being compared to Popeye's spinach for its ability to inspire boundless energy; sometimes, it's likened to mint candy for its refreshing effect; at other times, it leaves one feeling empty, prompting a desire to seek more; it can also make one feel oppressed, longing for release; and sometimes, it brings laughter, followed by a sense of emotional resonance. Pogwangsu's Thoughts represents the highest achievement in contemporary Korean comic creation, with annual sales exceeding 1.5 million copies and topping the Korean comic rankings for three consecutive years.