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Mystical Creatures of Korea: Strange and Beautiful Tales from Folklore

Mystical Creatures of Korea: Strange and Beautiful Tales from Folklore - Hardcover

by Soojin Kim
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Availability:In StockContributor:Soojin KimAudience:Ages 9-12Publish date:9/28/2025Pages:54
Language:EnglishPublisher:MoonchildISBN-13:9781069888105ISBN-10:1069888109UPC:9781069888105Book Category:Juvenile NonfictionBook Subcategory:Social ScienceBook Topic:Folklore & MythologySize:9.00 x 6.00 x 0.25 inchesWeight:0.5401Product ID:SCT0Q3S56J

Perfect for young readers curious about Korean folklore

Mystical Creatures of Korea invites readers into a world where magic, wonder, and timeless wisdom come alive.

This beautifully illustrated collection brings together 16 classic Korean tales, each featuring a mysterious creature or legendary character from centuries of folklore and fairy tales.

Inside these pages, you will meet:

  • Goofy animal and clever tricksters - from the tiger who feared a dried persimmon to the magpie that repaid a kindness.
  • Heavenly maidens and mountain spirits - guardians of nature and the sky.
  • Mysterious monsters and legendary heroes - including the fire-eating Bulgasari, the wise Princess Bari, and the mighty Jade Emperor.

Whether you are new to Korean culture or rediscovering childhood stories,

this book offers 16 enchanting tales filled with lessons of courage, kindness, and the enduring power of imagination.

Perfect for readers of world mythology, parents sharing bedtime stories, and anyone who loves magical creatures.

Stories include: Gumiho, the fox with nine tails; Dokkaebi, mischievous goblins; Jeoseungsaja, messenger from the Underworld; and more.

Language:EnglishPublisher:MoonchildISBN-13:9781069888105ISBN-10:1069888109UPC:9781069888105Book Category:Juvenile NonfictionBook Subcategory:Social ScienceBook Topic:Folklore & MythologySize:9.00 x 6.00 x 0.25 inchesWeight:0.5401Product ID:SCT0Q3S56J
Kim, Soojin: - Soojin Kim earned her bachelor's degree in Media Creative Writing in South Korea, where she developed a strong foundation in storytelling and narrative craft. She later pursued additional studies in Child Development, which led her to relocate to Canada, where she has been working as an Early Childhood Educator for eight years. Her background in both creative writing and early childhood education shapes her unique approach to cultural storytelling-blending clear narrative structure, gentle tone, and a deep appreciation for folklore. Mystical Creatures of Korea: Strange and Beautiful Tales from Folklore reflects her passion for introducing readers to the imaginative world of Korean legends through accessible writing and evocative imagery.
Publisher: Moonchild

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