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EPISODE · Apr 22, 2026 · 53 MIN

Kim You-jeong's Korean Classic [Manmubang / The Scoundrel]

from Slow Night Ancient Tales · host Kyle Kichul Yun

[Description]Experience a deeply moving reading of "Manmubang" (The Scoundrel), a masterpiece of modern Korean literature by Kim You-jeong.Set in a ripe autumn mountain village during a period of hardship, the story follows two brothers: Eung-chil, a wandering free spirit, and Eung-o, a hardworking farmer forced to steal his own rice due to crushing debt and a poor harvest. This podcast explores the cruel weight of the era that turned honest men into "Manmubang" (scoundrels) for survival.Followed by a thoughtful closing commentary, this audio offers paradoxical comfort and deep reflection to those living in today's tough reality. We invite you to find a moment of peace and deep thought amidst the brothers' profound sadness and the sound of the cold autumn wind. Relax and drift into a peaceful sleep with this calming literary journey.[Tags/Keywords]KoreanLiterature, KimYouJeong, Manmubang, ModernClassic, KoreanFiction, Audiobook, Podcast, Storytelling, Healing, Reflection, Comfort, Emotional, ModernKoreanHistory, AutumnStory, SleepAid, RelaxingAudio

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