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LoC No.: 14008078
Title: Korean folk tales : Imps, ghosts and fairies
Credits:
Produced by Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net/ for Project
Gutenberg (This file was produced from images generously
made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
Summary: "Korean Folk Tales: Imps, Ghosts and Fairies" by Pang Im and Yuk Yi is a collection of traditional Korean stories likely compiled in the early 20th century. This anthology includes various tales that delve into the rich folklore of Korea, featuring themes of love, magic, and moral lessons intertwined with elements from Taoism, Buddhism, and Confucianism. The narratives explore the lives of ordinary people alongside mystical beings, capturing the unique cultural essence of Korea. The opening of the book introduces readers to the story of Charan, a beautiful dancing girl beloved by the son of a governor, Keydong. Their romance flourishes amidst societal expectations, but when the governor's term ends, the couple faces separation, leading Keydong to embark on a arduous journey to find Charan. After many hardships and a transformative experience, he discovers her situation has changed as she has been taken by another. The tale unfolds with themes of sacrifice, perseverance, and the resilience of love, showcasing the intricate relationships and societal norms of the time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 77.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Im, Pang, 1640-1724
Author: Yi, Yuk, 1438-1498
Translator: Gale, James Scarth, 1863-1937
EBook No.: 51002
Published: Jan 22, 2016
Downloads: 1927
Language: English
Subject: Folklore -- Korea
Subject: Tales -- Korea
LoCC: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Folklore
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 14008078
Title: Korean folk tales : Imps, ghosts and fairies
Credits:
Produced by Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net/ for Project
Gutenberg (This file was produced from images generously
made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
Summary: "Korean Folk Tales: Imps, Ghosts and Fairies" by Pang Im and Yuk Yi is a collection of traditional Korean stories likely compiled in the early 20th century. This anthology includes various tales that delve into the rich folklore of Korea, featuring themes of love, magic, and moral lessons intertwined with elements from Taoism, Buddhism, and Confucianism. The narratives explore the lives of ordinary people alongside mystical beings, capturing the unique cultural essence of Korea. The opening of the book introduces readers to the story of Charan, a beautiful dancing girl beloved by the son of a governor, Keydong. Their romance flourishes amidst societal expectations, but when the governor's term ends, the couple faces separation, leading Keydong to embark on a arduous journey to find Charan. After many hardships and a transformative experience, he discovers her situation has changed as she has been taken by another. The tale unfolds with themes of sacrifice, perseverance, and the resilience of love, showcasing the intricate relationships and societal norms of the time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 77.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Im, Pang, 1640-1724
Author: Yi, Yuk, 1438-1498
Translator: Gale, James Scarth, 1863-1937
EBook No.: 51002
Published: Jan 22, 2016
Downloads: 1927
Language: English
Subject: Folklore -- Korea
Subject: Tales -- Korea
LoCC: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Folklore
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.