The Cloud Dream of the Nine

The Cloud Nine Dream, written by Kim Man-jung at the end of the 17th century, long remained one of the most popular books in Korea. The author, born into a noble family, attached great importance to the virtue of filial piety. He created this magical novel to comfort his mother after he was forced to leave her due to political exile.

In the work, you’ll find everything that could captivate and amuse female readers: thrilling adventures, romance, magical transformations, and comedic disguises, all wrapped in religious and philosophical themes.

The essence of the book is that life is like a dream—where anything is possible.