A brilliant psychogeography of grief, moving as it does between place, history and memory... Poised and never flinches from serene dignity... The White Book is a mysterious text, perhaps in part a secular prayer book... Translated seamlessly by Smith, The White Book succeeds in reflecting Han's urgent desire to transcend pain with language. - Deborah Levy, Guardian
Wonderful. A quietly gripping contemplation on life, death and the existential impact of those who have gone before - Eimear McBride
The White Book is a profound and precious thing, its language achingly intimate, each image haunting and true. It is a remarkable achievement. Han Kang is a genius. - Lisa McInerney
