The Korean Myths: A Guide to the Gods, Heroes, and Legends

Korean Myths is a captivating introduction to Korean legends and folklore. Readers will find mythology of gods, ancient spirits and heroes in North and South Korean traditions. This volume establishes mythology as actively present in contemporary Korean cultures ranging from art and Buddhist rituals, to pop-culture such as K-Pop, and K-Dramas, and even new technologies. This is an at times paradoxical, yet fascinating guide.