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2020-2022 Bestsellers: Korean Humanities Books

 

2024.01.02

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Korean Humanities Bestsellers for 2020 - 2022
Explore Korean humanities books that will inspire your life with rich knowledge and refined ideas!

 

2020

 

#1 - Broad and Shallow Knowledge for Intellectual Conversation: 0 (written by Chae Sa-Jang, published by Whale Book)
A book about the wisdom of the human race, starting from the beginning of knowledge in prehistoric times - a liberal arts book that covers a wide range of disciplines.

 

#2 - You’re Always Right (written by Jung Hye-Shin, published by Hainmaim Publishing)
Everything you need to know about empathy - a warm, empowering force for readers struggling with conflict - a guide to psychological CPR.

 

#3 - When I Don’t Know What I Really Want (written by Jeon Seung-Hwan, published by Dasan Books)
A therapeutic time to examine your emotions and restore your sense of love - a book filled with the writer's truly heartfelt words!

 

2021

 

#1 ? The Future of Space (written by Yoo Hyeon-Jun, published by Eulyoo Publishing)
In the post-coronavirus era, the way we look at the world has changed - a book exploring the future of spaces intimately connected to our lives.

 

#2 - I Decided to Live as Me (written by Sohn Him-Chan, published by Studio Odr
A book that provides specific guidance on how to reflect deeply on yourself and your life to embrace who you are and live a more pro-active life.

 

#3 - Broad and Shallow Knowledge for Intellectual Conversation: 1 (written by Chae Sa-Jang, published by Whale Book)
An all-in-one intellectual journey to navigating the real world and the easiest introduction to the field of humanities that helps you talk about any topic.

 

2022

 

#1 - The Last Lesson of Lee O-Young (written by Lee O-Young and Kim Jisu, published by Yolimwon)
The “last interview” between the intellect of the time, Lee O-Young, and interviewer Kim Jisu! A book about the truth of life and death as told through their conversation.

 

* K-Book Trends Vol. 43 ? Go to the article about writer Lee O-Young

 

#2 - Study by Choi Jae-cheon (written by Choi Jae-Cheon, published by Gimm-Young Publishers)
A book by Professor Choi Jae-Cheon, who has been a keen observer of animals and humans, summarizes his thoughts on “studying,” which is particularly essential in this era.

 

* K-Book Trends Vol. 44 ? Go to the article about writer Choi Jae-Cheon

 

#3 - The Analects of Confucius Read at the Age of 50 (written by Choi Jong-Yeop, published by Uknow Books)
The Confucius quote, “Life is not about speed but about direction!” - a book that will fill the midlife void.

 

The field of humanities inspires imagination and creativity through the knowledge and liberal arts contained in its books!
Discover a new “you” by reading Korean humanities books!

 

* The data above is based on the integrated list of bestsellers in the humanities category in Korea from 2020 to 2022 from the four largest bookstores in Korea: Kyobo Book Center, Aladin, YES24, and Interpark.

 

 

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