Han Kang to read at Berlin Philharmonic
Han Kang speaks during the Pony Chung Innovation Award ceremony on Oct. 17, 2024, in Seoul. (Getty Images)…
South Korean culture: 10 groundbreaking artists leading the new Korean wave
Beyond K-pop, these artists are defining South Korean culture—from film and fashion to classical music and cuisine—and commanding…
Three novels by Nobelist Han Kang explain South Korea’s fragility
Last year, South Korea made headlines around the world for two reasons. The first was writer Han Kang’s…
Korean books’ ‘quirkiness and subtle darkness’ captivate Australians
After Jurassic Park was released in the early 90s, South Korea’s then-president Kim Young-sam was shocked to learn…