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New Publication: ‘100 Cultural Symbols of Korea’

The Korea Foundation has provided support for the publication of “100 Cultural Symbols of Korea,” in English, to provide foreign readers with a unique glimpse into the cultural heritage and everyday life of the Korean people. Published by Discovery Media (President: Yoo Myeong-jong), the book offers detailed explanations and vivid photos of the 100 most-representative cultural symbols of Korea, as selected by the government’s Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, in 2006. This is a useful resource for foreign readers who seek to acquire a broad understanding of the culture and people of Korea.

Serving as a window to Korea’s 5,000-year history and cultural traditions, the book includes deions of the symbols associated with the history, culture, arts, and thought of Korea, under six general categories. This includes introductions of Taegeukki and Mugunghwa, the national symbols of Korea, and background information of its philosophical foundation and national spirit (Chapter 1); natural resources, such as Dokdo and Baekdusan, and examples of Korea’s science technology, such as its invention of the Cheugugi rain gauge, and today’s state-of-the-art IT society (Chapter 2); historical relics related to Gyeongju and Seoul, and historical figures, including Dangun, the legendary founder of the Korean people, and King Gwanggaeto of the Goguryeo Kingdom (Chapter 3); symbols of everyday life, such as Hanbok and Bibimbap(Chapter 4); symbols related to the principles of Zen Buddhism and filial piety, and Jongmyo Jerye, ritual services for royal ancestors (Chapter 5); and Korea’s representative cultural and artistic forms, such as Hangeul, Hanji, and Pansori(Chapter 6). Of note, the book’s 168 pages are filled with color photos and illustrative images to aid in the understanding of readers.
The Korea Foundation extended financial assistance for the publication of “100 Cultural Symbols of Korea” due to its value as a source of introductory information on Korea and its culture. Under this program, another publication, entitled “Goguryeo,” is scheduled for release by the Hollym publisher in early October 2008. The Foundation intends to expand its program support to private and academic publishers which strive to produce materials on Korea’s culture and arts, in foreign languages.

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