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	Korea: A Walk Through the Land of Miracles by Simon Winchester
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Product Details Binding Paperback Dewey Decimal Number 915.1950443 EAN 9780060750442 ISBN 0060750448 Manufacturer Harper Perennial Number Of Items 1 Number Of Pages 336 Publication Date May 31, 2005 Publisher Harper Perennial Release Date May 31, 2005 Availability Usually ships in 24 hours Product Description In the late 1980s, New York Times bestselling author Simon Winchester set out on foot to discover the Republic of Korea -- from its southern tip to the North Korean border -- in order to set the record straight about this enigmatic and elusive land. Fascinating for its vivid presentation of historical and geographic detail, Korea is that rare book that actually defines a nation and its people. Winchester's gift for capturing engaging characters in true, compelling stories provides us with a treasury of enchanting and informed insight on the culture, language, history, and politics of this little-known corner of Asia. With a new introduction by the author, Korea is a beautiful journey through a mysterious country and a memorable addition to the many adventures of Simon Winchester. Winchester, English author and resident of Hong Kong, traveled through the Republic of Korea on foot to write this informal portrait. Along the way he befriended a variety of honeymooners, abalone divers, corporate executives, Buddhist nuns, American servicemen, etc., who helped to shape his impressions. The result is an engaging, informed, and often humorous distillation of the writer's observations on the culture, people, language, economy, and politics of this rapidly changing country. Despite occasional factual errors, Winchester's 'walk' provides a treasury of interesting and usually informed insights. And the book should be on a 'highly recommended' list for visitors to Korea. John H. Boyle, California State Univ., Chico Copyright 1988 Reed Business Information, Inc. In the late 1980s, New York Times bestselling author Simon Winchester set out on foot to discover the Republic of Korea -- from its southern tip to the North Korean border -- in order to set the record straight about this enigmatic and elusive land. Fascinating for its vivid presentation of historical and geographic detail, Korea is that rare book that actually defines a nation and its people. Winchester's gift for capturing engaging characters in true, compelling stories provides us with a treasury of enchanting and informed insight on the culture, language, history, and politics of this little-known corner of Asia. With a new introduction by the author, Korea is a beautiful journey through a mysterious country and a memorable addition to the many adventures of Simon Winchester. Simon Winchester's many books include The Professor and the Madman, The Map That Changed the World, Krakatoa, and A Crack in the Edge of the World. Each of these has been a New York Times bestseller and has appeared on numerous best and notable lists. Mr. Winchester was made Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) by HM The Queen in 2006. He lives in western Massachusetts. Customers who bought this item also bought The Man Who Loved China: The Fantastic Story of the Eccentric Scientist Who Unlocked the Mysteries of the Middle Kingdom The River at the Center of the World, Revised: A Journey Up the Yangtze, and Back in Chinese Time Outposts: Journeys to the Surviving Relics of the British Empire Simon Winchester's Calcutta (Writer & Place) The Fracture Zone: My Return to the Balkans Customer Reviews for: Korea: A Walk Through the Land of Miracles Rating - Well written; the way to learn about another country! This book is well written and full of factual information. The stories descriping his travels include those things of every day life: eating, sleeping, contentment,humor, nature, people and more. I bought the book as a gift to a family member living & working in South Korea because after our visit to South Korea I realized just how much I'd learned reading Mr. Winchester's account of his travels. Rating - A little shortsighted but a fun read Like one of the other reviewers mentioned, I was also intrigued by the simple design on the cover: sepia, Chinese characters, empty pair of shoes. I expected something thought-provoking, deep, contemplative and perhaps a little wistful. "Korea" turns out to be none of these. Books about Asia by western authors tend to fall into two categories: those by authors who "get it" and go deep, and those by authors who can't, and don't try, ... Read More Rating - Simon Winchester always pleases! This was the only book of Simon's I had not read. I can truly say now that I have enjoyed them all! Korea and it's people come alive. Reading a Simon Winchester book should be counted as a college level course. And it is always far more interesting. Rating - A good read, a page turner, an easy, enjoyable book I was compelled to write in praise of Winchester's Korea after seeing the other poor reviews. I am enjoying this book thoroughly and am not offended by Winchester's wit or maleness. There is plenty of other perspective and imagery throughout his walk that you may dwell upon if you're looking for a romantic time. It was written in the 80s though, so you'll want to get up to date - after you go and read the Journal of Hamel and his shipwrecked accounts ... Read More see more reviews See all books by author Simon Winchester

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