Korean Literature Review – A Toy City
‘Not a single thing would be accomplished in this world if everybody laughed and cried whenever they felt like it.’
Category: Arts & Culture
Korean Literature Review – A Man
“There are certain parts of the world where writers tend to produce literature richer in metaphor than that of their contemporaries in other places… Of course, one might easily add Korea to this list.”
Behind the Myth: Exercise to Increase Your Height?
This month’s Korean myth deals with a person’s height. In Korea, many people believe playing basketball, jumping rope, stretching and other physical exercises can help you grow taller.
The Return of a Stolen Book
The return of 266 Chosun Dynasty Ritual Books (Oegyeyanggak Uigwe) from France is cause for celebration, as the books record the various activities of the Emperors and royal courts, from coronations and funerals, to the details of the work to build a new palace through words and beautiful artwork (banchado).
Behind the Myth: Blood Type
Whether you’re a native Korean or a fresh-faced foreigner here for only a short while, you’ve likely heard the term “blood type” mentioned.
Behind the Myth: Beat the Heat with Samgyetang?
It’s eaten all year round, but Koreans especially enjoy eating it on three “special” days in July and August, called Chobok (초복), Jungbok (중복) and Malbok (말복).
Behind the Myth: Whistling with Consequences
There are a number of social faux pas that people avoid doing in public, as not to bother those around them. Would you consider adding whistling to the list?
Work Habits in Korea
For them resting is nothing but a luxury and working around the clock is the best and most effective way to success. But is that so?