Korean myths. From the Heavenly Ruler and Princess Parí to Dragon Kings and Guardian Spirits
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Professor of cultural anthropology of Kyentoki Lee talks about the main plots and heroes of Korean mythology, and also explains the symbolism and secret meaning of ancient legends and legends.
Korea for a long time was influenced by other states, and her mythology was thoroughly forgotten. Now that the culture of this country wins the world, it is time to learn more not only about its present, but also about the past. In Korean legends, dragons rule the seas, the afterlife is an endless flower meadow, and women often win men. The author of the book clearly shows that if you look deeper into these bizarre and exciting stories, you can find the key to understanding the entire Korean culture.
Lee shows genuine Korean mythology through the eyes of the Korean. These amazing stories bear the imprint of a unique culture, with its worldview, so unlike the Western. And at the same time, they will be clear to everyone - this is the power of the myth,
Korea for a long time was influenced by other states, and her mythology was thoroughly forgotten. Now that the culture of this country wins the world, it is time to learn more not only about its present, but also about the past. In Korean legends, dragons rule the seas, the afterlife is an endless flower meadow, and women often win men. The author of the book clearly shows that if you look deeper into these bizarre and exciting stories, you can find the key to understanding the entire Korean culture.
Lee shows genuine Korean mythology through the eyes of the Korean. These amazing stories bear the imprint of a unique culture, with its worldview, so unlike the Western. And at the same time, they will be clear to everyone - this is the power of the myth,
Author:
Author:Кёндок Ли
Cover:
Cover:Hard
Category:
- Category:Fiction
- Category:Modern Literature
- Category:Poetry & Literature
- Category:Esoteric, Folklore & Myth
Publication language:
Publication Language:Russian
Paper:
Paper:Offset
Age restrictions:
Age restrictions:16+
ISBN:
ISBN:978-5-00195-355-5
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