If you have recently started learning Korean, then Tigers, Fairies, and Gods: Enchanting Folktales from Korea will stay with you for many years. It is a collection of short stories derived from Korean folklore prepared from Korean language students, starting from the basic level and ending with the advanced level. Each of the stories is presented in Korean and English versions, as well has as a QR code which allows you to listen to the story in audio form.
The following parts of the book contain various exercises to help you understand the stories. For example, after reading a story about a lazy man who turned into a cow, a series of questions about the interpretation of the text awais you, and also about the cultural differences between Korea and your country. You will recreate the myth of Dangun, or the legend of the founding of Korea, based on the illustration, and look at your country’s legends. Tigers, Fairies, and Gods: Enchanting Folktales from Korea is not as easy book for beginners, but it is all the more valuable, because using it gives a much deeper understanding of the culture of ancient Korea, while teaching the language in an interesting, stimulating way.
However, Tigers, Fairies, and Gods is also a valuable as a collection of short stories. People who are interested in the myths and legends of Asian countries will surely find something for themselves, even if they skip the language study part. Although the stories are short, they leave a lasting mark in memory, make you laugh, and allow you to escape from reality.
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