
Beauty Looks Down on Me
by:
Eun Hee-kyung
,
Sora Kim Russell
Language: English
Format: Paperback
ISBN 10: 1628971770
ISBN 13: 9781628971774
Publication date:
May 26th, 2017
Publisher: Dalkey Archive Press
Pages: 208
Genres: Humor
Beauty Looks Down on Me invites readers into a world where the complexities of beauty are both celebrated and scrutinized. The stories, infused with humor and a touch of melancholy, explore how societal expectations shape personal identity and relationships. Each narrative weaves a tapestry of experiences that reflect on the often unrealistic standards of beauty, revealing the deep emotional impact they can have on individuals.
Through a series of poignant characters and situations, the collection delves into themes of self-worth, desire, and the quest for acceptance in a visually-driven society. As the characters navigate their insecurities and aspirations, they unearth the bittersweet realities of living up to the idealized notions of attractiveness, ultimately highlighting the resilience and vulnerability inherent in the human experience.
Through a series of poignant characters and situations, the collection delves into themes of self-worth, desire, and the quest for acceptance in a visually-driven society. As the characters navigate their insecurities and aspirations, they unearth the bittersweet realities of living up to the idealized notions of attractiveness, ultimately highlighting the resilience and vulnerability inherent in the human experience.