Hallyu!

Name: Hallyu!
Brand: Allen & Unwin
SKU: 9781838510336
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The Korean Wave

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Hallyu! explores the global phenomenon of the Korean Wave, delving into how South Korea's cultural exports have significantly impacted music, film, and fashion worldwide. The book examines the science behind this cultural shift and its effects on global media consumption, providing insight into how East Asian pop culture has captured the world's attention.
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Through the voices of fans, journalists, practitioners, novelists and academics, Hallyu! Explores the makings of the Korean Wave of cultural influence over the interlinked creative industries of cinema, drama, music, fandom, beauty and fashion.

Within living memory, South Korea has transformed into a leading cultural powerhouse of the 21st century.

Description

South Korea has transformed from a country devastated by war in the late 1950s to a leading cultural powerhouse of the 21st century. Through the voices of fans, journalists, practitioners, and academics, Hallyu! explores the makings of the Korean Wave of cultural influence over the interlinked creative industries of cinema, drama, music, fandom, beauty, and fashion.

K-Pop legends such as Psy, Blackpink, and BTS, and films and dramas such as Parasite and Squid Game feature alongside webtoon comic strips, catwalk shots, contemporary hanbok clothing, and cosmetics packaging – just some of the illustrations that capture the creative, colourful, and dynamic popular culture of South Korea.

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Hallyu! has been described as a perfect gift for fans of BTS and Squid Game, making it an appealing choice for those captivated by Korean pop culture. It is recommended as a feast for mind, body, and soul, contributing to its appeal as an intriguing and enriching read.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781838510336

Publisher: V & A Publishing

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 15 September 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: V & A Publications

Illustration: 200 illustrations; 200 illustrations; 200 illustrations; 200 illustrations

Contributors:

Contributions by Crystal S. Anderson
Contributions by Youna Kim
Edited by Rosalie Kim
Contributions by Dal Yong Jin
Contributions by Soo-Man Lee
Contributions by Darcy Paquet
Contributions by Song Jong-hee
Contributions by So Hye Kim
Contributions by Mariam Elba

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 241.0mm

Height: 272.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 208

Collections

Arts & Culture Education & Reference Non-Fiction Science & Nature

About the Author

Rosalie Kim is a Curator in the Asian Department at the V&A.