Tales of Korea

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53 Enchanting Stories of Ghosts, Goblins, Princes, Fairies and More!

By Im Bang and Yi Ryuk

Summary

Tales of Korea by Im Bang and Yi Ryuk is a fascinating exploration of Korean folk stories, intricately intertwining the natural world with the rich cultural heritage of Korea. The tales capture the essence of Korean mythology and the influence of nature on tradition and everyday life, offering insights into the beliefs and values of Korean society. This collection stands as a testament to Korea's deep connection to its environment and cultural roots.
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Format: Hardback

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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy exploring the intersection of mythology and natural sciences, as it offers captivating Korean folklore with rich insights into the natural world. Its combination of enchanting narratives and cultural heritage provides a unique reading experience for those interested in different perspectives on science and nature intertwined with legendary tales.

Tales of Korea

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A must-have collection of folktales for anyone interested in Korean literature and culture!

Tales of Korea is a classic collection of Korea's best-known folktales—presenting all the imagination and wonder of Korean storytelling in a single volume. Collected and written down by Yi Ryuk and Im Bang over three centuries ago, these 53 tales explore fantasy worlds filled with enchanted animals, fairies, goblins, ghosts, princesses, and more!

The stories collected in this volume include:

'The Home of the Fairies' - A young man happens upon a magical fairy town where he stays for several years before returning home to an uncertain future.
'Charan' - A beautiful dancing girl befriends a governor's son. As their friendship blossoms into love, their lives take an unexpected and agonizing turn!
'Ten Thousand Devils' - A prince welcomes a distant relative for a visit only to discover that the guest controls thousands of evil creatures that converge on the prince's home.
'An Encounter with a Hobgoblin' - A man experiences horrifying visitations in his home and fears that he is living with a sinister force!
'The Snake's Revenge' - After a soldier kills a snake, the reptile is reborn as the man's son and seeks revenge in a gruesome way!

This new edition includes thirty full-colour minhwa paintings (Korean folk art) to bring the magic and mystery of this collection of Korean folklore to life. A new foreword by Korean folklore expert Heinz Insu Fenkl explains the lasting importance of this fascinating collection of traditional stories. Tales of Korea is perfect for mythology fans and bedtime story lovers of all ages.

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Tales of Korea receives praise for its fascinating and occasionally humorous stories that offer insight into a lesser-known aspect of Korean culture. The collection is celebrated for making these enduring folktales accessible to a new audience, showcasing a variety of legendary characters and fantastical creatures.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780804855495

Publisher: Tuttle Publishing

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 03 January 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Tuttle Publishing

Illustration: 53 stories; 30 full-color paintings

Contributors:

Translated by James S. Gale
Foreword by Heinz Insu Fenkl

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 510g

Pages: 192

Collections

Education & Reference Im Bang Non-Fiction Science & Nature Yi Ryuk

About the Author

Im Bang, born in 1640, was a disciple of Song Si-yol, one of Korea's foremost writers. In 1719, at the remarkable age of seventy-nine, he became governor of Seoul and simultaneously held office as secretary of the cabinet. His writings have long been revered in Korea, and his reputation as a great scholar has endured for centuries.

Yi Ryuk, who lived during the reign of King Sejo in the mid-15th century, was no less a scholar than Im Bang. The Kuk-cho Inmul-chi (Korea's Record of Famous Men) speaks of him as "a man of many offices and many distinctions in the way of literary excellence."

James S. Gale (1863-1937) was a Presbyterian minister who arrived in Korea in 1888 to teach English and help translate the Bible into Korean. He founded two middle schools in Seoul, and was a professor at Pyongyang Theological Seminary. His books include History of the Korean People and a translation of The Cloud Dream of the Nine, the first work of Korean literature to be translated into English.

Heinz Insu Fenkl is an author, translator, educator, and folklorist. He also translated Korea's most prized literary masterpiece, The Nine Cloud Dream named one of the year's most anticipated books by The New York Times. He is Professor of English at SUNY New Paltz and sits on the editorial board for the journal. Azalea: Journal of Korean Literature and Culture. He wrote the novel Memories of My Ghost Brother and Korean Folktales and edited Kori: The Beacon Anthology of Korean American Literature.

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