Haruki Murakami is a renowned novelist, essayist, professional writer, and translator who represents Japan along with Ryu Murakami. He is well-known in the Western world and has been regarded as one of the most prominent Japanese writers in South Korea in the 21st century. Debuting with the novel “Hear the Wind Sing,” which won the Gunzo Shinjin Literature Prize in ...
Self-help books that emphasize “studying,” even going as far as making it the title, are commonly found. In childhood, the importance of “studying” may not have seemed as crucial, but as one grows older and becomes an adult, the significance of “studying” becomes unmistakable. Especially in today’s rapidly changing world, one cannot live properly without “studying.” Studying may include learning ...
Most people who have worked in a company can probably relate to this sentiment. The difficulty in the workplace often stems not from the work itself being hard, but from the difficulty of dealing with people. Ultimately, we navigate through life, working with others, and interacting with society. The world is a place where we coexist with many people, and ...
Ralph Waldo Emerson, a figure classified as a philosopher, poet, essayist, and transcendentalist in 19th-century America, was born in Boston, USA in 1803 and entered Harvard University at the age of 14. Emerson introduced the philosophy of “Transcendentalism,” which was a unique idea distinct from European philosophies. Emerson’s ideas are credited with assisting America in achieving intellectual independence from Europe. ...
Ralph Waldo Emerson, a figure classified as a philosopher, poet, essayist, and transcendentalist in 19th-century America, was born in Boston, USA in 1803 and entered Harvard University at the age of 14. Emerson introduced the philosophy of “Transcendentalism,” which was a unique idea distinct from European philosophies. Emerson’s ideas are credited with assisting America in achieving intellectual independence from Europe. ...
As I entered the second semester of my senior year in college, the topic of “employment” naturally caught my attention. With graduation looming, I felt it would be beneficial to gather as much information as possible about the world of “employment.” “Struggles of International Organization Internship” While browsing books at the library, a title caught my eye: “International Organization Internship.” ...
I once had the opportunity to meet author Park I-cheol, who always writes the phrase, “Happiness is always a choice.” I even received one of his books as a gift. Park I-cheol gained attention for his books containing positive psychology, particularly for the work titled “The Little Prince Who Became a Janitor,” which elevated him among prominent authors. “Season 1: ...
As I approached my graduation from university and began preparing for employment, various thoughts crossed my mind. Since I had focused mainly on my studies during that time, I didn’t have much knowledge about the world of “employment.” To fill this lack of information, I turned to books available at the library, delving into the subject. Through books, I could ...
Lately, there has been a sudden surge in interest in U.S. immigration. Perhaps it’s because I recently read a book about “SpaceX” and delved into a book about “Elon Musk,” and while exploring Dr. Kim Jae-woo’s book “Time in Silicon Valley,” I naturally began to think that it might be good to work with the best talents in the United ...
Recently, there has been a sudden surge in interest in immigrating to the United States. Perhaps influenced by reading books on “SpaceX” and “Elon Musk,” as well as encountering Dr. Kim Jae-woo’s book “Time in Silicon Valley,” the idea of working alongside top talents in the United States naturally crossed my mind. As a result, my curiosity about life in ...
When reading books written by Buddhist monks, there is often a sense of lightness that comes over the reader, as if the heavy heart has been lifted. It might be because the books authored by those leading a contemplative and simple life convey messages that are more concise, mindful of whitespace, and bring a sense of lightness compared to books ...
Robert Burton, the author in question, is a Renaissance-era writer who lived approximately 400-500 years ago. Given this historical context, it’s quite rare to encounter the works of such an author in the present day. “Renaissance-era Writer, Robert Burton” Robert Burton lived from 1577 to 1640, placing him 13 years after the renowned playwright Shakespeare, but he outlived Shakespeare by ...