South Korea may not be a country where English is used in daily life, but it is a nation that diligently studies English more than anyone else. As a country with no natural or underground resources, it relies heavily on exports, inevitably positioning itself geopolitically to conduct business overseas. Due to high academic and educational fervor, South Korea is exposed ...
The novel “Three Kingdoms,” based on Chinese history, is a particularly popular theme in the three East Asian countries of Korea, China, and Japan. In China, it naturally enjoys popularity as it’s their own history, while in Japan, it gained popularity as the company “KOEI” developed games set in the Three Kingdoms. In Korea, too, “Three Kingdoms” is a popular ...
When listing the most widely used languages in the world, one might mention English, but it can be said that the most commonly used language is Chinese, as the Chinese, based on their enormous population, roam all over the world. In particular, when visiting Asian countries, it’s not uncommon to encounter Chinese people, and when visiting famous tourist destinations, it’s ...
While Korea is a country where English is not commonly used in daily life, it shows remarkable interest in English education. Thanks to this, schools also pour considerable attention into English education, and English proficiency is required for admission to universities. Even in the process of employment after graduation, English plays an important role, and English proficiency greatly affects promotions ...
Human beings naturally pursue “fun.” Whether enjoying entertaining movies, artworks, games, or being around amusing people, many individuals are drawn to “fun.” This pursuit of “fun” can also be observed in romantic relationships, as seen in the way comedians often win over beauties. It can be said that seeking “fun” is a natural aspect of human nature. However, defining “fun” ...
Richard Matheson, often dubbed the father of horror fiction, left a significant mark with his work “I Am Legend,” published in 1954, considered a pioneering piece in the horror genre. Even the modern master of horror, Stephen King, drew much inspiration from Matheson’s work, making “I Am Legend” not only influential among readers but also among fellow writers. “Adapted Multiple ...
Thomas Pynchon, born in the 1900s, is known as one of the leading postmodernist writers in America. Alongside Philip Roth, Cormac McCarthy, and Don DeLillo, he is regarded as one of the four giants of contemporary American literature. He actively employs conspiracy theories, mysteries, and detective elements, juxtaposed with a comic book-like plot, savvy references and parodies of popular culture, ...
From the perspective of foreigners, English is an area that must be constantly studied. Humans are creatures of forgetfulness, so if we don’t use English in our daily lives, it tends to disappear from our memory quickly. Especially, in our country, where English is not used in daily life, more effort is needed to maintain a sense of English proficiency. ...
The book “Don’t Ever Study English” by Dr. Jung Chanyong was published in 1999. It primarily advocates for a more practical approach to improving English proficiency, moving away from conventional methods of English education. Featuring a fictional character named “K” as the protagonist, the book follows the unconventional English study method proposed by the author, Jung Chanyong, ultimately leading to ...
Browsing through bookstores, you can find various English-related books. Especially prevalent are those focusing on English expressions and vocabulary, with many of them compiling high-priority words needed for exams. Lee Kang-hyeon’s book, titled ‘The Strange English Dictionary: Animal Edition,’ is also a work dealing with such “vocabulary.” However, its format is somewhat unique. Rather than compiling vocabulary necessary for exams, ...
Being proficient in English brings many advantages in various aspects of life. Since most knowledge and information are often written in English, being good at it opens up numerous avenues for obtaining information. International university lectures are mostly conducted in English, and many universities offer online courses, so being proficient in English provides more opportunities compared to those who aren’t. ...
In the past, writing and authoring books seemed like something only chosen individuals could do. However, as we moved into the modern era, access to knowledge has become democratized, and more people are participating in creative endeavors than ever before. While in the past, publishing a book meant it had to be printed, nowadays, people are writing books using platforms ...