“나는, 우리는 어쩌다가 인간의 세상에 왔는가” [.txt]

A tale emerges from an unlikely source: a story about a dog and its relationship with humans. From the earliest pages, the focus is on the canine protagonist, who views the world through its own eyes. The story begins in a breeding facility where a newborn pup encounters the world for the first time - sleeping deeply, being well-fed, and enjoying the tranquility of its surroundings. Unlike the harsh and greedy humans it had previously interacted with, this gentle and caring human is in stark contrast.

The dog's love for its human is unwavering, even as the latter does not mistreat or abuse it, feed it sparingly, or pull it away. It is fed, bathed, and cuddled, with its face caressed and laid upon even in the darkest of nights, keeping it warm and by its side as it sleeps. When the darkness falls, the human provides comfort, and they sleep together. When night turns to dawn, the human cries for the dog's presence.

This narrative, centered around the dog's perspective, ventures into a fantastical realm that transcends the boundaries of the human experience. Unlike other tales that create a separate fantasy world for animals to interact with humans, this story plunges the dog into its own fantastical world, revealing the ancient lineage of its own species. Here, the dog encounters the dawn of human hunting, marking the beginning of its relationship with humans.

The story, published as part of a series, serves to guide young readers through the intricate tapestry of human-animal relationships. As readers progress from the first volume to the thirty-sixth, they are drawn into a deeper understanding of these complex dynamics. This unique series, spanning just 100 pages, offers a refined and beautiful illustration experience accompanied by the poignant story of a dog and its human bond.