The 2023 Korean Literature Review Contest winners have been announced!

The Future of Translation Education in the Era of K-Culture

by Choi Ayeong

(Professor, LTI Korea Translation Academy)

"The Translation Academy launched a new program this fall in preparation for the establishment of a graduate school. [...] This essay builds upon the presentation I delivered at the symposium about the pressing challenges faced by the Translation Academy, aiming to elucidate the academy’s current limitations and why its only solution lies in the establishment of a graduate school."

The Place

The Chungwoon Literature Library:
The First Hanok Public Library

Five Books Delving into the Truth of Alienated Individuals

by Park Si-hyeong

(Writer)

"Few question their relevance nowadays, but just a few decades ago, human rights were not a topic deserving importance. On the contrary, it was rather common for powerless individuals to be suppressed by stronger powers. [...] These are five different, yet similar stories. Though they are complex, I hope readers can enjoy them with composure."