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Korea: A Walk Through the Land of Miracles

by Simon Winchester

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Synopses & Reviews

Publisher Comments:

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.

Review:

"[E]ngaging, informed, and often humorous....[A] treasury of interesting and usually informed insights." Library Journal

About the Author

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.

Product Details

ISBN:
9780060750442
Subtitle:
A Walk Through the Land of Miracles
Author:
Winchester, Simon
Author:
by Simon Winchester
Publisher:
Harper Perennial
Subject:
Description and travel
Subject:
Asia - General
Subject:
Asia - Korea
Subject:
Korea (South)
Subject:
Travel
Subject:
Korea (South) Description and travel.
Subject:
Winchester, Simon - Travel - Korea (South)
Publication Date:
June 2005
Binding:
Paperback
Grade Level:
General/trade
Language:
English
Illustrations:
Y
Pages:
298
Dimensions:
7.96x5.34x.81 in. .63 lbs.

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