LIFE&STYLE
August 12, 2024 03:15pm
Seoul International Writers' Festival to explore dual nature of literature
The 2024 Seoul International Writers' Festival will take place at the JCC Art Center in Jongno from Sept. 6 to 11 under the theme "Particles and ...
August 10, 2024 04:00pm
[Eye Interview] Actor-novelist Cha In-pyo reflects on trials of bringing his debut novel to global spotlight
Set in the peaks of Baekdusan in 1931, Cha In-pyo’s 2009 debut novel "Once We Look at the Same Star" captures the budding friendship of a young tiger ...
August 5, 2024 03:07pm
Ewha Womans University professor Chon Soo-yong appointed LTI Korea head
The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism appointed Chon Soo-yong, emeritus professor of English Literature at Ewha Womans University, as president ...
August 4, 2024 03:10pm
New anthology series highlights 700 years of Korean ideologies
A landmark anthology series, "Changbi Anthology of Korean Ideology," has been published, compiling the writings and philosophies of 59 influential Kor...
August 4, 2024 09:21am
[Latest Read] Magical girls battle climate change in Park Seo-lyeon's 'A Magical Girl Retires'
At 3 a.m., a young woman stands alone on Mapo Bridge in Seoul, leaning against the railing. Cars speed past, no one noticing her. She is contemplating...
July 27, 2024 04:03pm
[Weekender] What we are reading at Korea Herald
The weather has been nothing short of erratic in Seoul, swinging from torrential rain to searing heat. Amid such atmospheric unpredictability, there’s...
July 27, 2024 04:01pm
[Weekender] Summer reads: Suggestions for books to take with you on vacation or staycation
The weather has been nothing short of erratic in Seoul, swinging from torrential rain to searing heat. Amid such atmospheric unpredictability, there’s...
July 16, 2024 04:46pm
[Latest Read] Invitation to 'Dallergut Dream Department Store,' where dreams are for sale
We all have that experience of waking up from a delightful dream, only to find it slipping away after a few hours, or suddenly waking up in a cold swe...
July 15, 2024 09:01am
[New in Korean] Collection explores society's ethical dilemmas
"International Between the Two" By Kim Ki-tae Munhakdongne Publishing Writer Kim Ki-tae, who debuted in 2022, has quickly garnered attention in the li...
July 14, 2024 09:01am
[New in Korean] 'See You Again' invites readers to heartwarming conversation over hearty meal
"See You Again" By Kim Ji-yun Clayhouse Embark on a heartwarming journey with a hearty meal through “See You Again,” a new novel by bestselling author...
July 13, 2024 04:01pm
[New in Korean] Bestselling author returns with hyperrealism to uncover office villains
"Office Pantry" By Lee Mi-ye Hanki Following the runaway bestselling healing fantasy, "DallerGut Dream Department Store," which sold over 1.5 million ...
August 24, 2024 04:00pm
Travel essay bridges gap between Korea and foreign audiences with unique cultural insights
In Korea, the choice of alcohol can carry subtle social meanings. Saying, "Let's grab a beer," and, "Let's have some soju," conveys differen...
August 18, 2024 03:37pm
New book compiles over 42 hours of interviews with Kim Dae-jung
Reflecting on South Korean history as a former president, Kim Dae-jung said, "When we examine history over the long term, those who dedicate themselve...
August 17, 2024 04:00pm
Poetic voices of resistance from Korea's darkest times
Eight poignant lines, penned by Yoon Dong-ju, one of Korea's most beloved poets, in November 1941, may be one of the most famous in all of Korean...