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Supernatural Korea : Haunting Tales of Goblins, Dragons, Magic and More! by Im Bang (2025, Hardcover)

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The Hen and the Centipede: A poor man marries his wealthy employer, only to find she is an otherworldly centipede locked in a deadly battle with a ferocious white rooster. From spooky tales of shape-shifting beasts and vengeful demons to romantic stories of enchanted love, the 19 stories in this collection bring together the best of Korea's supernatural folklore.

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Product Identifiers

PublisherTuttle Publishing

ISBN-100804858039

ISBN-139780804858038

eBay Product ID (ePID)15069655640

Product Key Features

Book TitleSupernatural Korea : Haunting Tales of Goblins, Dragons, Magic and More!

Number of Pages144 Pages

LanguageEnglish

Publication Year2025

TopicAnthologies (Multiple Authors), Fairy Tales, Folk Tales, Legends & Mythology

IllustratorFurlotti, Marco, Yes

GenreFiction

AuthorIm Bang

FormatHardcover

Dimensions

Item Height0.7 in

Item Weight2.5 Oz

Item Length10 in

Item Width7.5 in

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Intended AudienceTrade

Dewey Edition23

Reviews"Authentic, entertaining, absorbing, fascinating, and a fun read from cover to cover, Supernatural Korea is especially and unreservedly recommended reading for anyone with an interest in Korean historical and popular cultural folklore and mythology." -- Midwest Book Review, "As beautiful as the literature in this book are the new watercolour illustrations provided by Marco Furlotti, an Italian artist who has previously worked on adaptations of Frankenstein, Dracula and Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde . What better track record for a book of this nature? The 36 paintings and pencil sketches enhance the text, making the richness of the Korean culture and lore jump off the page. This is a book to be savoured as much for the presentation and illustration as for the traditional stories it brings together." -- The Folklore Podcast

Dewey Decimal398.209519

SynopsisA gorgeously illustrated collection of 19 classic Korean tales of the supernatural! From spooky tales of shape-shifting beasts and vengeful demons to romantic stories of enchanted love, the 19 stories in this collection bring together the best of Korea's supernatural folklore. Thirty-six gorgeous watercolor paintings and pencil drawings by artist Marco Furlotti bring the stories to life. Included in this anthology are: The Hen and the Centipede: A poor man marries his wealthy employer, only to find she is an otherworldly centipede locked in a deadly battle with a ferocious white rooster How Chin Outwitted the Devils: A clever policeman tricks hell's emissaries, who trap the souls of the dying in earthenware bottles The Swallow King's Rewards: A kind man gains magical riches for helping an injured swallow, while his greedy brother suffers bizarre curses Yun Se-Pyong, the Wizard: Two rival magicians clash in an epic duel--one transformed into a beetle, the other into a bee Plus 15 more supernatural tales to captivate readers of all ages! These classic tales are retold by authors who traveled to Korea and fell in love with the rich culture they encountered. This deluxe hardcover volume will be treasured by fans of Korean culture, as well as anyone who enjoys a good demon story., From spooky tales of shape-shifting beasts and vengeful demons to romantic stories of enchanted love, the 19 stories in this collection bring together the best of Koreas supernatural folklore. Thirty-six gorgeous watercolor paintings and pencil drawings by artist Marco Furlotti bring the stories to life.