A K-Drama Voyage

A K-Drama Voyage
Author: Carl R. Ackerman
Publisher:
Total Pages: 168
Release: 2021-09-27
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 9781649904522

Demand for television programming depicting Korean popular culture is steadily growing in the wake of the Korean Wave, which gave rise to worldwide interest in South Korea's cultural economy. Author and ardent devotee to K-dramas, Dr. Carl Ackerman noticed an uptick in the availability on most streaming services as a result. Longing to offer access to an even wider audience, Ackerman has penned a joyful and reverent written analysis of the movement. "Millions tune in to watch Korean entertainment daily and streaming giants, such as Netflix have started adding K-drama to its platform," Ackerman said. "It is clear that people want to watch this form of entertainment." A K-Drama Voyage offers readers an American perspective on the cultural phenomenon of Korean drama. Examining the significance of K-dramas on society, Ackerman provides both a guide and an enlightening reference about life not only in Korea but the world at large. "This book represents the first of its kind in the English language and will surely attract readers and bloggers across the globe who love what the South Korean nation has provided for all-splendid, entertaining, televised stories," Ackerman said. A K-Drama Voyage is available for purchase online at Amazon.com.

A K-Drama Voyage (Second Edition)

A K-Drama Voyage (Second Edition)
Author: Carl R. Ackerman
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2024-05-15
Genre: Social Science
ISBN:

Demand for television programming depicting Korean popular culture is steadily growing in the wake of the Korean Wave, which gave rise to worldwide interest in South Korea's cultural economy. Author and ardent devotee to K-dramas, Dr. Carl Ackerman noticed an uptick in the availability on most streaming services as a result. Longing to offer access to an even wider audience, Ackerman has penned a joyful and reverent written analysis of the movement. "Millions tune in to watch Korean entertainment daily and streaming giants, such as Netflix have started adding K-drama to its platform," Ackerman said. "It is clear that people want to watch this form of entertainment." A K-Drama Voyage offers readers an American perspective on the cultural phenomenon of Korean drama. Examining the significance of K-dramas on society, Ackerman provides both a guide and an enlightening reference about life not only in Korea but the world at large. "This book represents the first of its kind in the English language and will surely attract readers and bloggers across the globe who love what the South Korean nation has provided for all-splendid, entertaining, televised stories," Ackerman said.

The Secret Voyage of Sir Francis Drake

The Secret Voyage of Sir Francis Drake
Author: Samuel Bawlf
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Total Pages: 421
Release: 2009-05-26
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 0802718086

On September 26, 1580, Francis Drake sailed his ship, the Golden Hinde, into Plymouth Harbor on the southwest coast of England. Samuel Bawlf masterfully recounts the drama of this extraordinary expedition within the context of England's struggle to withstand the aggression of Catholic Europe and Drake's ambition for English enterprise in the Pacific. He offers fascinating insight into life at sea in the sixteenth century-from the dangers of mutiny and the lack of knowledge about wind and current to the arduous physical challenges faced every day by Drake's men. A cast of luminous characters runs through The Secret Voyage of Sir Francis Drake: Philip II of Spain, Europe's most powerful monarch; Elizabeth's spymaster and powerful advisor, Francis Walsingham; the encyclopedic cosmographer John Dee; and Abraham Ortelius, the great Dutch mapmaker to whom Drake leaked his Pacific discoveries. In the end, though, it is Francis Drake himself who comes most fully to life through the lens of his epic voyage. Remembered most as a privateer and for his victory over the Spanish Armada, the Drake that emerges from these pages is so much more: a dynamic leader of men, a brilliant navigator and sailor, and surely one of history's most daring explorers.

Titles in Series

Titles in Series
Author:
Publisher:
Total Pages: 1000
Release: 1978
Genre: Monographic series
ISBN:

A handbook for librarians and students.

Alaska

Alaska
Author: Walter R. Borneman
Publisher: Zondervan
Total Pages: 1069
Release: 2009-10-13
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 0061865273

The history of Alaska is filled with stories of new land and new riches -- and ever present are new people with competing views over how the valuable resources should be used: Russians exploiting a fur empire; explorers checking rival advances; prospectors stampeding to the clarion call of "Gold!"; soldiers battling out a decisive chapter in world war; oil wildcatters looking for a different kind of mineral wealth; and always at the core of these disputes is the question of how the land is to be used and by whom. While some want Alaska to remain static, others are in the vanguard of change. Alaska: Saga of a Bold Land shows that there are no easy answers on either side and that Alaska will always be crossing the next frontier.

The Extraordinary Voyages: 41 Books in One Volume (Illustrated Edition)

The Extraordinary Voyages: 41 Books in One Volume (Illustrated Edition)
Author: Jules Verne
Publisher: Good Press
Total Pages: 7448
Release: 2023-11-26
Genre: Fiction
ISBN:

Jules Verne's 'The Extraordinary Voyages: 41 Books in One Volume' is an iconic collection of adventure and science fiction novels that showcase Verne's imaginative storytelling and visionary outlook. Through his detailed descriptions and meticulous research, Verne introduces readers to a world of exploration, technology, and discovery, setting the stage for the modern science fiction genre. The collection encompasses a wide range of settings and plots, from underwater journeys in '20,000 Leagues Under the Sea' to space travel in 'From the Earth to the Moon', making it a captivating read for fans of classic literature. The illustrated edition adds visual depth to Verne's rich narratives, enhancing the reader's experience. As one of the most celebrated authors of his time, Verne's works continue to inspire and entertain readers of all ages with their timeless appeal and enduring relevance. His innovative approach to storytelling and his ability to blend adventure with scientific principles have solidified his place in literary history. 'The Extraordinary Voyages' serves as a testament to Verne's lasting legacy and his impact on the world of literature. I recommend this collection to anyone interested in exploring the depths of imagination and embarking on thrilling literary adventures.

Tales of Daring Voyages & Discoveries: The Jules Verne's Collection (38 Titles in One Illustrated Edition)

Tales of Daring Voyages & Discoveries: The Jules Verne's Collection (38 Titles in One Illustrated Edition)
Author: Jules Verne
Publisher: e-artnow
Total Pages: 6425
Release: 2017-10-16
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 802722294X

This carefully edited collection has been designed and formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. Contents: Five Weeks in a Balloon Journey to the Center of the Earth From the Earth to the Moon Around the Moon The Purchase of the North Pole or, Topsy Turvy The Adventures of Captain Hatteras In Search of the Castaways or, The Children of Captain Grant Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea The Adventures of Three Englishmen and Three Russians in South Africa The Fur Country Around the World in Eighty Days The Mysterious Island The Survivors of the Chancellor Michael Strogoff: The Courier of the Czar Hector Servadac or, Off on a Comet Dick Sand, A Captain at Fifteen Tribulations of a Chinaman in China The Steam House Eight Hundred Leagues on the Amazon Godfrey Morgan or, The Robinson Crusoe School Mathias Sandorf The Star of the South or, The Vanished Diamond Robur the Conqueror or, The Clipper of the Clouds Master of the World The Waif of "Cynthia" Kéraban the Inflexible Adrift in Pacific or, Two Years' Vacation Cæsar Cascabel The Castle of the Carpathians Claudius Bombarnac or, The Adventures of a Special Correspondent Captain Antifer An Antarctic Mystery A Voyage in a Balloon or, A Drama in the Air A Drama in Mexico A Winter Amid The Ice The Blockade Runners Ascent of Mont Blanc The Mutineers of the Bounty Jules Verne (1828-1905) was a French novelist who pioneered the genre of science fiction. A true visionary with an extraordinary talent for writing adventure stories, his writings incorporated the latest scientific knowledge of his day and envisioned technological developments that were years ahead of their time. Verne wrote about undersea, air, and space travel long before any navigable or practical craft were invented.

Life in Alaska

Life in Alaska
Author: May Wynne Lamb
Publisher: U of Nebraska Press
Total Pages: 190
Release: 1988-01-01
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780803279278

The author recounts her experiences as a teacher in a remote Eskimo village in Alaska

Journey to the West (2018 Edition - PDF)

Journey to the West (2018 Edition - PDF)
Author: Wu Cheng'en
Publisher: Asiapac Books Pte Ltd
Total Pages: 177
Release: 2018-08-14
Genre: Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN: 9812298894

The bestselling Journey to the West comic book by artist Chang Boon Kiat is now back in a brand new fully coloured edition. Journey to the West is one of the greatest classics in Chinese literature. It tells the epic tale of the monk Xuanzang who journeys to the West in search of the Buddhist sutras with his disciples, Sun Wukong, Sandy and Pigsy. Along the way, Xuanzang's life was threatened by the diabolical White Bone Spirit, the menacing Red Child and his fearsome parents and, a host of evil spirits who sought to devour Xuanzang's flesh to attain immortality. Bear witness to the formidable Sun Wukong's (Monkey God) prowess as he takes them on, using his Fiery Eyes, Golden Cudgel, Somersault Cloud, and quick wits! Be prepared for a galloping read that will leave you breathless!