Korean Tales by Horace Newton Allen
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"Korean Tales" by Horace Newton Allen is a collection of folk stories translated from Korean folklore, written in the late 19th century. This work not only presents a variety of captivating tales but also features introductory chapters that describe various aspects of Korean life, culture, and history, aiming to dispel misconceptions about the Korean people. Through vibrant storytelling, readers are introduced to themes of morality, love, and nature as reflected in the
rich tapestry of Korean traditions. The opening of the book sets the stage by addressing common misconceptions held by Western audiences about Korea, particularly regarding the character and sophistication of its people. Allen shares insights into the country's geography, governance, and daily life, while also hinting at the rich folklore that reflects the Korean worldview. He introduces the country of Korea as a land with a deep historical legacy, characterized by strong traditions and familial loyalty. The subsequent stories promise readers enchanting legends featuring whimsical tales about animals and plants, notably the charming narratives surrounding characters like the wise rabbit and the tale of how cats and dogs became enemies, all contributing to a deeper understanding of Korean culture and values. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Allen, Horace Newton, 1858-1932 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 04014711 |
| Title |
Korean Tales Being a collection of stories translated from the Korean folk lore, together with introductory chapters descriptive of Korea |
| Contents | Introductory: The country, people, and government -- Descriptive: Sights in and about the capital -- The rabbit and other legends: Stories of birds and animals -- The enchanted wine jug; or, why the cat and dog are enemies -- Ching Yuh and Kyain Oo: The trials of two heavenly lovers -- Hyung Bo and Nahl Bo; or, the Swallow-King's rewards -- Chun Yang: The faithful dancing-girl wife -- Sim Chung: The dutiful daughter -- Hong Kil Tong; or, the adventures of an abused boy. |
| Credits |
Produced by Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net/ for Project Gutenberg (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 71.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia |
| LoC Class | GR: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Folklore |
| Subject | Korea -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Folklore -- Korea |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 55539 |
| Release Date | Sep 13, 2017 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 876 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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