{"product_id":"the-legends-of-meoshinke-an-illustrated-guide-to-korean-monsters-and-mythology-volume-1-hwahwa-studio-paperback","title":"The Legends of Meoshín'ké: An Illustrated Guide to Korean Monsters and Mythology Volume 1 -- Hwahwa Studio, Paperback","description":"\u003cb\u003eSouth Korea's bestselling illustrated guidebook, now available in English! Discover over 50 mythological creatures from East Asian folklore, meticulously researched and brought to life with stunning artwork. For fans of \u003ci\u003eFloriography, Freaky Folklore, \u003c\/i\u003e and Korean culture.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eImmerse yourself in the mysterious world of \u003ci\u003eMeoShin'Ke\u003c\/i\u003e, a stunningly illustrated handbook that unveils the ancient, awe-inspiring myths and creatures and monsters from Korean folklore. Each page introduces readers to over 50 mythological beings, all vividly brought to life with full-page artwork, fascinating lore, fun facts, and more. Whether you're a mythology enthusiast, a storyteller, a game master looking to enrich your campaigns, or a fan of East Asian culture and K-pop, \u003ci\u003eThe Legends of MeoShin'Ke\u003c\/i\u003e stands as the most extensive compendium of Korean monsters and myths. This beautifully illustrated encyclopedic handbook is not just a guide; it's a cross-generational bridge that brings the untold legends of Korea to life. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Featured creatures include: \u003cbr\u003e - The gumiho, or Nine-tailed fox\u003cbr\u003e - The dokkaebi, or Korean goblin\u003cbr\u003e - The Bulgasari monster\u003cbr\u003e - The Imugi, a serpent-like dragon\u003cbr\u003e - The Cheonyeo Gwishin, a young ghost\u003cbr\u003e - The Sibiji-shin, aka the Twelve Animal Shin or the 12 Zodiac signs (Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Goat, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, Pig)\u003cbr\u003e - \u0026amp; more!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Hwahwa Studio\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Andrews McMeel Publishing\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 10\/21\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 176\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.03lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 6.00h x 6.00w x 0.50d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798881602925\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSeungmin Lee, \u003c\/b\u003eAKA \"Dr. Monster,\" majored in Classical Korean Literature (Oral Literature, Folklore, and Legends) at Konkuk University in Seoul, South Korea. In 2019 and 2020, he wrote two books in a crowdfunding project called \"\u003ci\u003eThe\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003eEncyclopedia of Korean Monsters\u003c\/i\u003e.\" The book is one of the most successful projects on the Korean crowdfunding platform tumblbug. In 2020, he joined HwaHwa studio as a writer and a supervisor of Korean traditional content. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eHwaHwa Studio\u003c\/b\u003e is an innovative creative studio that serves as a captivating gateway to Korean (East Asian) culture, employing a distinctively chic approach to storytelling through an array of animations, books, and merchandise. Established in 2017, HwaHwa has achieved notable acclaim, receiving numerous grants from the South Korean government and successfully crowdfunding nine compelling projects. HwaHwa ardently embraces its role as a cultural bridge, forging connections between the East and the West, and promoting a vibrant exchange of cultural treasures.","brand":"Hwahwa Studio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46864860053732,"sku":"9798881602925","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0611\/9587\/8628\/files\/9798881602925.jpg?v=1761085686","url":"https:\/\/bookandmortar.com\/products\/the-legends-of-meoshinke-an-illustrated-guide-to-korean-monsters-and-mythology-volume-1-hwahwa-studio-paperback","provider":"BookandMortar","version":"1.0","type":"link"}