South Korean author Han Kang has won the 2024 Nobel Prize in Literature for her powerful and poetic prose that delves into historical traumas and the fragile nature of human existence.
Han, known globally for works like The Vegetarian and Human Acts, often addresses themes of violence and memory, drawing from events such as the Gwangju Uprising that shaped her life and writing.
This prestigious recognition marks her as the first South Korean author to receive the Nobel in Literature, further highlighting the global influence of Korean literature today.
