Niccolò Machiavelli was a thinker who laid the foundation for modern political philosophy as the author of “The Prince,” also serving as a diplomat, political scientist, historian, and playwright in the Republic of Florence. While ancient philosophy discussed politics from a moral perspective, asking, ‘How should politics be?’ Machiavelli initiated modern political philosophy from a highly realistic viewpoint, asking, ‘How ...
Ultimately, one cannot live alone in this world. It’s a place where people live together, interacting with one another. Therefore, learning how to communicate and live with others is an essential element in leading a successful life. “Words” are considered the most important means of communication. Of course, besides verbal communication like speaking, nonverbal communication methods such as gestures and ...
Living in the bustling modern society, encountering pure literary works is not easy. During middle and high school years, exposure to pure literature works is natural for educational purposes. However, as adults, finding time to engage with pure literary works becomes challenging. At some point, reading novels starts to feel like a “luxury” due to time constraints. Nevertheless, by chance, ...
The 2010s were a time when the humanities received attention. Professor Michael Sandel’s lecture on “Justice” was broadcasted through EBS, and it became known that Steve Jobs, who led Apple’s innovation, had an interest in the humanities. This era sent a societal message emphasizing the importance of not only “technology” but also “humanities”. The keywords of that time were “humanities” ...
Blog marketing has become so well-known that it might be considered a somewhat cliché concept. While the 2010s saw many people seeking information through blogs, the late 2010s and 2020s saw a rapid evolution of the internet, marking the decline of the “blogging” era. Platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube have taken over the space once dominated by blogs. The ...
It seems that more diverse thoughts come to mind when moving the body rather than staying still. Of course, the opposite might be true when engaging in intense physical activity, but while walking at a moderate pace, one can experience a variety of thoughts. Even globally renowned authors may have similar experiences. The book titled “From Thoreau to Rambaud, Sentences ...
There have been many figures who have passed through the presidency of South Korea. Among them, in terms of popularity, it is evident that former President Roh Moo-hyun receives the most love. Following him are figures like Kim Dae-jung and Park Chung-hee. As time passes, figures who once drew a line in history fade into the background of the times. ...
Who are the so-called “building tycoons”? South Korea, known in the past as the “Republic of Real Estate,” has had a keen interest in real estate. It’s understandable, as except for recent years, real estate prices in South Korea have consistently risen, so much so that the phrase “immortal myth of real estate” was coined. However, recently, due to the ...
The book titled “The Book of the Rich,” written by author Lee Chae-yoon, is exactly what its title suggests: a book about what rich people read. The Chinese character “書” translates to “book,” so one could interpret it as “the writings of the rich.” This book is a compilation of the topic discussed at a breakfast seminar organized by the ...
Director Kim Sung-keun has left an indelible mark on the history of Korean baseball as a coach, achieving significant accomplishments. However, he has also been labeled as someone who is too harsh on players. He receives a dual evaluation, much like the two sides of a coin. Recently, Coach Kim Sung-keun retired from professional baseball coaching and has been actively ...
Now that the Michelin Guide “Seoul” has been published, it’s easy to find books and websites that summarize the best restaurants in Korea. If you go to the “Michelin Guide” website, you can find a list of restaurants that have won awards. The Michelin Guide “Seoul” was released on November 7, 2016, and before that, Korea was trendy and interested ...
Kim Nando was once a hugely popular author whose best-selling books, “To be sick is to be young” and “To be shaken a thousand times is to become an adult.” He was welcomed by the public because his books fit the “healing” concept that boomed in the 2010s. Nando Kim is a professor at Seoul National University’s Department of Consumer ...