The is a comprehensive educational resource designed to bridge the gap between basic literacy and the ability to read complex modern Korean texts like novels and newspapers. Published in 2013, it serves as a graded progression tool for learners at the Intermediate Mid to Intermediate High levels. Core Educational Structure
: "The Korean Wave" (Hallyu) and the popularity of Korean stars in East Asia.
: Each chapter provides quick-reference vocabulary lists, short explanations for complicated grammar structures, and comprehension/discussion questions. The Routledge Intermediate Korean Reader
: Includes extracts from modern literature, newspaper articles, and magazine editorials.
The book is organized into graded by the complexity of vocabulary, grammar, and syntax. It is divided into three primary sections that increase in difficulty: The is a comprehensive educational resource designed to
: A full answer key and glossary are included at the back, making it suitable for both classroom use and independent study. Thematic Content
: Multiculturalism, racial discrimination, and the lifestyle of the "soybean paste woman." It is divided into three primary sections that
: Modern views on loyalty, filial piety, and specific literary works like Please Look After Mom and Our Twisted Hero . Publication Details Description Authors Jaehoon Yeon, Jieun Kiaer, and Lucien Brown Series Routledge Modern Language Readers Release Date August 1, 2013 Pages Language English (instructional) and Korean (source material) Target Audience College, university, and tertiary students The Routledge Intermediate Korean Reader - 1st Edition