Kim Jiyoung, Born 1982

This international bestseller delves into the life of Kim Jiyoung, a thirtysomething-year-old woman living in South Korea. Born in 1982, she quickly learns that her behavior is policed by the male figures around her - from the elementary school teachers who enforce strict uniforms for girls, to coworkers who install a hidden camera in the women's restroom. As Jiyoung struggles with the expectations placed upon her as a woman, she begins to exhibit strange symptoms that lead her down a dark path. With lacerating prose, this book portrays the effects of rigid misogyny on one woman's psyche and the broader societal implications that exist. A must-read for anyone interested in feminism and modern culture.