Korean poetry
I’ve been asked to write a book on Korean poetry. Do you think I should? I do not know Korean poetry well, but I do know what I like, and I have had several impactful experiences that have informed me of the power of poetry. The first experience came when I was at a banquet in San Francisco on the heels of a day-long conference. Sitting across from me was a businessman who was supporting the…
A request has been made to author a book on Korean poetry. The reporter, while not fully versed in Korean poetry, acknowledges their personal experiences that have highlighted the profound impact of poetry. One such encounter occurred at a banquet in San Francisco following a day-long conference. There, the reporter was seated next to a businessman who, despite not being an academic, was a financial supporter of the event.
The businessman was interested in learning more about the reporter's background, and upon discovering that the reporter taught Korean history and literature at Brigham Young University in Utah, he inquired about the specific subjects taught. The reporter mentioned hyangga, sijo, gasa, and folk tales as part of their curriculum.
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