Korean Classic Reader Vol.
[In Search of Kim Jang-mi]
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A modern Korean adaptation based on Scott Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby
Publisher: Sophora Books | Level: Beginner-Intermediate

“Words are easy, but feelings are deep.
“As you read the story, you will naturally become familiar with Korean.”

『Korean Classic Reader』 is a series of novels designed for step-by-step reading specifically for Korean language learners.
Based on true stories, this series is designed to help readers naturally learn vocabulary, understand sentences, and even feel emotions as they read, using simple grammar and repetitive core vocabulary.

This volume features a remake of the world-famous classic, The Great Gatsby, set in modern Korea.

Set in familiar Korean spaces like Seoul, Daejeon, and Apgujeong, this story quietly yet profoundly portrays unforgettable love, the illusion of dreams, and the desire to turn back time.

Each chapter is structured around about 150 essential vocabulary words.
Sentence Structure and Repetitive Expressions for Beginner Learners
A modern adaptation with great emotional immersion
An independent story that even readers unfamiliar with the original can fully appreciate.
A narrative and structure that stimulates the desire to read on one's own.

Character names have also been changed to Korean, helping readers understand the story through a familiar cultural setting:

Jay Gatsby → Won Ye-jun
Daisy Buchanan → Kim Jang-mi
Nick Carraway → Jeong Dong-ha
Jordan Baker → Shin Yu-na
Tom Buchanan → Kim Jang-mi's husband

This book is not just a simple reading material,
It is an emotional journey where you can experience the Korean language and culture at the same time.

Now, through this book
Discover your own version of The Great Gatsby in Korean.
I highly recommend this to anyone learning Korean, especially those who want to improve their reading skills.