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In early-twentieth-century Korea, Najin Han, the privileged daughter of a calligrapher, longs to choose her own destiny. Smart and headstrong, she is encouraged by her mother--but her stern father is determined to maintain tradition, especially as the Japanese steadily gain control of his beloved country.
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A memoir from the New York Times bestselling author of Warning of War and Marines of Autumn, James Brady's The Scariest Place in the World.
Half a century after he fought there as a young lieutenant of Marines, James Brady returns to the brooding Korean ridgelines and mountains to sound taps for a generation. It's been years since Brady first wrote of Korea in The Coldest War, drawing raves from Walter Cronkite and The New York Times, which called...
3) Dragonfire
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"Inside North Korea, veteran Fourth Echelon agent Sam Fisher finds himself on the run when a top-secret covert mission goes fatally wrong. Betrayed by his allies, hunted by his adversaries, and disavowed by his own agency, Sam is stranded deep inside hostile territory--and his only chance of survival is to uncover a murderous plot that reaches into the heart of the hermit state, and beyond"--
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"Seventeen-year-old Aimee Roh has Sensory Time Warp Syndrome, a rare condition that causes her to time travel to a moment in her life when she smells something linked to that memory. . . . Aimee's fear of vanishing at random has kept her from living a normal life. When Aimee disappears for nine hours into a memory of her estranged mom . . . she becomes distraught. Not only was this her longest disappearance yet, but the memory doesn't match up with...
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Through these chapters, readers can gain a comprehensive understanding of the history and origins of Taekwondo in Korean culture. From its ancient roots to its global prominence, the book provides insights into the cultural, historical, and philosophical dimensions of Taekwondo, illustrating its enduring significance in both Korean and international contexts.
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Korean cuisine is a tantalizing tapestry of flavors, a culinary journey that weaves together a rich history, diverse regional variations, and profound cultural significance. From the sizzle of street food stalls to the intricate preparation of royal feasts, Korean cuisine reflects the heart and soul of a nation that takes immense pride in its culinary heritage.
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Through these chapters, readers can gain a comprehensive understanding of the multifaceted world of Korean K-Pop and K-Drama culture. From its roots to its global impact, the book provides insights into the industry's dynamics, the fervent fan culture, and the cultural significance of these entertainment forms in shaping perceptions of modern Korea.
9) The apology
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"In South Korea, a 105-year-old woman receives a letter. Ten days later, she has been thrust into the afterlife, fighting to head off a curse that will otherwise devastate generations to come. Hak Jeonga has always shouldered the burden of upholding the family name. When she sent her daughter-in-law to America to cover up an illegitimate birth, she was simply doing what was needed to preserve the reputations of her loved ones. How could she have...
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The introduction of Confucianism to Korea marked a transformative period in the country's history, shaping its cultural, social, and political landscape for centuries to come. Rooted in the teachings of Confucius, an ancient Chinese philosopher, Confucianism became a dominant force that not only influenced governance but also permeated various aspects of Korean society. The integration of Confucian principles into Korea's cultural fabric was a gradual...
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During World War II, the Japanese military extended Japan's civilian licensing regime for domestic brothels to those next to its overseas bases. It did so for a simple reason: to impose the strenuous health standards necessary to control the venereal disease that had debilitated its troops in earlier wars. In turn, these brothels (dubbed "comfort stations") recruited prostitutes through variations on the standard indenture contracts used by licensed...
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A history of the divided region, from prehistoric times to present day, examining at political, social, cultural, economic, and diplomatic developments.
Contemporary North and South Korea are nations of radical contrasts: one a bellicose totalitarian state with a failing economy, the other a peaceful democracy with a strong economy. Yet their people share a common history that extends back more than three thousand years. In this comprehensive new...
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In an era marked by atrocities perpetrated on a grand scale, the tragedy of the so-called comfort women-mostly Korean women forced into prostitution by the Japanese army-endures as one of the darkest events of World War II. These women have usually been labeled victims of a war crime, a simplistic view that makes it easy to pin blame on the policies of imperial Japan and therefore easier to consign the episode to a war-torn past. In this revelatory...
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Journalistic icon I. F. Stone's courageous, controversial book both raises and answers troubling questions about this forgotten war; now with a new introduction by Bruce Cumings. "Much about the Korean War is still hidden, and much will long remain hidden. I believe I have succeeded in throwing new light on its origins." - From the author's preface In 1945 US troops arrived in Korea for what would become America's longest-lasting conflict. While history...
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This remarkable story begins with as a young National Serviceman in 1951, the author walked through the gates at the Welch Brigade Training Centre, Brecon, and ends when he walked back into Civvy Street in 1953. Between these dates he went through many life-changing experiences, in particular the twelve months he spent with the 1st Battle Welch Regiment in Korea. He tells his story of this almost forgotten war in graphic detail. Temperatures could...
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For a country that is in the news on a daily basis, North Korea remains a mystery to much of the Western world. Ask any random Joe on the street what he knows about the country and the only answer you'll likely get is that "it's bad."Presented here are several largely unknown facts that cut against the exaggerated claims and outright falsehoods leveled against North Korea in the drive to demonize the country into an "acceptable target" for aggression...
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"Korea and Her Neighbors" is a travelogue written by Isabella Lucy Bird, a renowned Victorian-era explorer and writer. Published in 1898, the book details Bird's extensive travels throughout Korea and neighboring regions during the late 19th century.
Isabella Bird's writings are characterized by her vivid descriptions of the places she visited and the people she encountered. In "Korea and Her Neighbors," she offers an insightful account of Korean...
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Major Bing, the nephew of Inspector O, is the long-suffering chief of the Chinese Ministry of State Security operations on the border with North Korea. The last place he expects to find the stunning Madame Fang -- a woman headquarters wants closely watched -- is on his doorstep. Then, as suddenly as she showed up, Madame Fang disappears into North Korea, leaving in her wake both consternation and a highly sensitive assignment for Bing.
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In a kingdom gripped by turmoil, privileged seventeen-year-old Iseul defies danger to rescue her sister Suyeon from the absolute power of tyrannical King Yeonsan, while Prince Daehyun, desperate to overthrow his despotic half-brother, forms an uneasy alliance with Iseul, leading them to join forces in a perilous gamble against the oppressive regime.
1506, Joseon. The people suffer under the cruel reign of the tyrant King Yeonsan, powerless to stop...
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Through these chapters, readers can gain a comprehensive understanding of the rich tapestry of traditional Korean music and dance. From its ancient roots to modern expressions, this book offers insights into the cultural, spiritual, and artistic dimensions of Korea's musical and dance heritage.
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