The Old Garden is a novel written by Hwang Sok-yong that tells the story of a political prisoner named Oh Hyun Woo who is released after serving 17 years in prison for his involvement in a pro-democracy movement in South Korea.
Upon his release, Oh Hyun Woo returns to his hometown and discovers that his former lover, Han Yoon Hee, has disappeared without a trace. Determined to find her, he embarks on a journey to uncover the truth behind her disappearance and the events that led to his imprisonment.
As Oh Hyun Woo delves deeper into the past, he uncovers dark secrets and betrayals that challenge his beliefs and force him to confront the harsh realities of his country's history.
The Old Garden is a powerful and poignant novel that explores themes of love, loss, and the struggle for justice in a society marked by political turmoil and oppression.