In 1898, the Russian engineer Nikolai Garin-Mikhailovsky set off for Port Arthur. On the way, he visited Korea and Manchuria. It was there that he collected these fairy tales—a treasure trove of Korean folklore that has survived to this day.
The tales will introduce you to the king of beasts, the wise tiger, cunning monks, and resourceful heroes who always manage to come out dry. This unique collection acquaints us with the culture of the Ancient East—its beliefs, rituals, and customs.