EAN: 9781780725758

THE KOREAN BOOK OF HAPPINESS - BARBARA J ZITWER...

From the very first moment she set foot in South Korea  Barbara Zitwer  literary agent to some
of the most celebrated  prize-winning Korean authors  fell head-over-heels in love  discovering
there a renewed sense of happiness and energy. In this witty  charming book  Zitwer shares all
that she has learnt about this fascinating country: a vibrant  global powerhouse of culture and
industry with an enduring devotion to the ancient philosophies of Han  Heung and Jeong
(resilience  joy and the art of giving). We follow Zitwer as she travels from the buzzing
capital of Seoul to a meeting with Buddhist nuns in the mountains  from the bizarre theme park
within the Demilitarized Zone to the tropical island of Jeju  home to Haenyeo  the
inspirational  octogenarian  female divers. Along the way she regales us with hilarious
anecdotes of her cultural faux pas  top travel tips and local recipes as well as magical
moments of understanding and connection. The Korean Book of Happiness invites you to explore a
beguiling culture and learn how the Korean way can make your life happier and more fulfilled.

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