Kang Choong the Insect Detective (Find the Missing Cat Cheddar)
• Original title : 곤충 탐정 강충 : 사라진 고양이 체다를 찾아라
• Price : 13,000KRW
• Product Dimensions :
147x210, 156pages
• Publication Date : 2025-04-25
• ISBN : 9791169813709
Book Information & Summary
Written by Song Laeum and illustrated by Gwon Ji Yeon(Lantan)
This book recounts the very first case of Kang Choong, a twelve-year-old insect enthusiast.
Since first grade, Kang Choong has raised a total of 384 insects. Now in fifth grade, he’s currently caring for 72 and has even created 115 insect specimens all on his own. He states, quite firmly, that he doesn’t like mammals.
Just from this description alone, most people would probably think Choong is “a little odd.” His classmates certainly do—they’re not too thrilled when he starts talking about bugs. It’s strange that a child who loves cats is treated with admiration, but one who loves insects gets funny looks!
But when the neighborhood cat, Cheddar, goes missing, Kang Choong decides it’s time to earn the right to love insects freely, without worrying about what others think. How? By solving the mystery and becoming a real “insect detective”!
While many people lump all crawling creatures together as “bugs,” labeling them as gross, dirty, or even harmful, Kang Choong uncovers truths that those people would never notice. He investigates what others overlook. His journey is not only full of excitement and curiosity but also offers readers a chance to step away from a human-centered mindset and begin noticing the vibrant life all around us.
People who love insects are often seen as odd or eccentric. But Kang Choong bridges the gap between himself and the world through his passion and tireless observation.
This story holds gentle affection for the small, strange lives that fill in the gaps left by our misunderstandings—misunderstandings that come from seeing nature only through human eyes. It is a warm, observant tale of care, curiosity, and the quiet power of paying attention.
This book recounts the very first case of Kang Choong, a twelve-year-old insect enthusiast.
Since first grade, Kang Choong has raised a total of 384 insects. Now in fifth grade, he’s currently caring for 72 and has even created 115 insect specimens all on his own. He states, quite firmly, that he doesn’t like mammals.
Just from this description alone, most people would probably think Choong is “a little odd.” His classmates certainly do—they’re not too thrilled when he starts talking about bugs. It’s strange that a child who loves cats is treated with admiration, but one who loves insects gets funny looks!
But when the neighborhood cat, Cheddar, goes missing, Kang Choong decides it’s time to earn the right to love insects freely, without worrying about what others think. How? By solving the mystery and becoming a real “insect detective”!
While many people lump all crawling creatures together as “bugs,” labeling them as gross, dirty, or even harmful, Kang Choong uncovers truths that those people would never notice. He investigates what others overlook. His journey is not only full of excitement and curiosity but also offers readers a chance to step away from a human-centered mindset and begin noticing the vibrant life all around us.
People who love insects are often seen as odd or eccentric. But Kang Choong bridges the gap between himself and the world through his passion and tireless observation.
This story holds gentle affection for the small, strange lives that fill in the gaps left by our misunderstandings—misunderstandings that come from seeing nature only through human eyes. It is a warm, observant tale of care, curiosity, and the quiet power of paying attention.
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