The Tailor Shop at the Intersection

Ahn Jaesun

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English

Transit Books
15 March 2024

Age range 4 to 12

A heartwarming story about family, resilience, fashion, and staying true to who you are - told through three generations of tailors in a rapidly changing Seoul.

When Deokgu opens a brand new tailor shop in town, all of Seoul is skeptical of his modern styles. Who would want to wear such funny-looking suits? But Deokgu remains devoted to his craft, and it's not long before the shop begins to flourish, becoming a beloved fixture in the community.

Written and illustrated by Ahn Jaesun, The Tailor Shop at the Intersection follows three generations of tailors weaving themselves and their business into the fabric of their community in a rapidly changing Seoul. Ahn's award-winning illustrations convey with great affection a more complicated story about the pressures that rapid development place on culture, commerce, and local business.

In The Old Tailor Shop at the Intersection, Ahn Jaesun shows how commitment, adaptability, and staying true to yourself help pave the way for success - and how embracing change and honouring tradition can go hand in hand.

By: Ahn Jaesun
Imprint: Transit Books
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 241mm, Width: 203mm,
ISBN: 9781945492761
ISBN 10: 1945492767
Pages: 48
Publication Date: 15 March 2024
Recommended Age: From 4 to 12 years
Audience: Children/juvenile , English as a second language
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Ahn Jaesun graduated from University of Brighton in College of Arts after her studies in Hongik University. She worked as an editor of children's picture books and branding illustration for over 10 years. She currently lives in Seoul, Korea. Ahn was selected as Illustrator of the Year at the Bologna Children's Book Fair in 2014 for her work Hello, Seou', and in 2017 for the initial artwork of The Old Tailor Shop, which received special mention for the Ragazzi Opera Prima Award 2020

Reviews for The Tailor Shop at the Intersection

"""A legacy of craftsmanship is created in this Korean import...This understated, evenly paced tale will leave readers with much food for thought. Muted artwork has touches of whimsy, such as the dogs in their often comically oversize suits, though the canine tailors’ passion comes through clearly, too. A quiet yet compelling tale of art enduring.""—Literary Potpourri"