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50 Must-Read Books for the Humanities and Social Sciences
50 Must-Read Books for the Humanities and Social Sciences
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Book Introduction
Directly read and selected by current high school Korean language teachers
50 must-read books for the humanities and social sciences in one volume


In the rapidly changing college entrance system, with the weight of the academic type (comprehensive student record selection) increasing and the high school credit system being fully implemented, the student record is becoming more important.
It is no exaggeration to say that the core of the life science department is the taxation special feature (subject-specific detailed abilities and special skills).
Because the tax assessment is written at the teacher's discretion and linked to activities or performance evaluations conducted by the subject teacher during class, the student's attitude toward class and the growth process shown while performing assignments are naturally revealed.
The author of this book says that the most effective way to highlight the special tax benefits of the life insurance policy is to expand your knowledge through reading.
The most perfect scenario for tax exemption is to read related books to expand your knowledge and supplement any gaps in your knowledge in response to various questions or desires to know more about the subject matter that arose during class.


『50 Must-Read Books for the Humanities and Social Sciences』 is a book that contains methods for incorporating 50 must-read books in the humanities and social sciences into the Ministry of Education's tax special measures.
High school Korean language teachers with 18 years of experience personally read and selected 50 books, introducing the core content of each book and including specific and practical follow-up in-depth activities that connect it to taxation special provisions.
We also introduce topic presentation activities and life story examples that were actually carried out at schools.
The author emphasizes that students hoping to pursue a science or engineering degree will not be able to stand out in their academic records if they only list books related to their major.
Students say that because humanities books are based on the humanities, which are the foundation and root of all academic disciplines, they are an essential reading area that must be covered regardless of field of study.
That is precisely why students of any discipline must read humanities.
By engaging in interdisciplinary reading based on the humanities, in conjunction with your desired major, you can demonstrate a deep and broad academic perspective and, ultimately, create a unique and vibrant life force.


The 50 must-read books introduced in this book were selected based on the following criteria: books that are readable by middle and high school students, books that align with the curriculum, and books that can create a synergistic effect by integrating with various majors such as literature, economics, society, law, and art. We tried to avoid books that are popular among students and are known to everyone.
Through this book, students will be able to create an optimal resume that will catch the attention of admissions officers by incorporating the self-directed and integrated talents desired by universities, and thus get one step closer to the goal of successful admission.

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Opening remarks 1.
The most effective way to create an attractive and lively life is by far 'reading.'
Opening remarks 2.
The weapon that makes me shine is in the book.

PART 1.
How to stay swayed by the changing college entrance exam system

The Changing College Entrance Exam System: Managing Student Records is the Answer
How do we create a smart, life-changing program that demonstrates our capabilities?
The High School Credit System Response Act, which will be fully implemented starting in 2025.

There's a separate reading method for creating a "unique vitality book."
Why Science and Engineering Students Should Read Humanities and Social Sciences Books
Five Criteria for Choosing Humanities and Social Sciences Books
Reading activities connected to 'Se-teuk'
How to Use "50 Essential Readings for the Humanities and Social Sciences"

PART 2.
A life filled with reading books in the humanities and social sciences


BOOK 1.
《Stolen Focus》 Someone is stealing our focus.
BOOK 2.
The World of Language: The Power of Diversity in Language
BOOK 3.
"The Spelling Master, Professor Kim Nam-mi's More Spelling": A Simple and Comfortable Approach to Spelling
BOOK 4.
《Studying Responding to the Suffering of Others》 Deep understanding and warm insight into those who are discriminated against.
BOOK 5.
The Psychology of Belonging: The Power of Individuals and Society in the Age of Fandom
BOOK 6.
Crowd Psychology: Why Smart People Make Foolish Choices
BOOK 7.
Viktor Frankl's Search for Meaning: What is the meaning of life to you?
BOOK 8.
Resilience: Knowing Yourself Is Knowing the World
BOOK 9.
The Joy of Discovering Life in the Poetry of "The History of Life"
BOOK 10.
Brave New World: Can a utopia where everyone is happy exist?

BOOK 11.
《Father's Liberation Diary》 Discovering the life of my father I never knew about
BOOK 12.
A Day in the Life of Novelist Gubo: The Artistic Encounter between Park Tae-won and Lee Sang
BOOK 13.
Philosophy Isn't Difficult: When Philosophy Takes My Hand
BOOK 14.
"A book that reads 30 great philosophical classics in one volume" A book that will serve as a guide for studying philosophy.
BOOK 15.
A Better World: A Philosopher Answers Questions for a Better World
BOOK 16.
"There's No Good Social Media": How to Use Social Media Your Way
BOOK 17.
《Advertising Essays for Youth》 Wisdom for Reading the World Through Advertising
BOOK 18.
"I Am Human": Her Beautiful Journey Breaking Down the Walls of Discrimination
BOOK 19.
"Fake Labor": The New Normal of Labor Begins
BOOK 20.
Is it justifiable to sacrifice the few for the many? Solutions for a society where we live together.

BOOK 21.
《Forecast of the Times: The Age of the Nuclear Individual》 A book that forecasts the changes of the current era like a weather forecast.
BOOK 22.
"We are bringing the future to us" What kind of future will we leave for future generations?
BOOK 23.
"Children Who Are Present But Not Present": Facing the Reality of Undocumented Immigrant Children
BOOK 24.
Discrimination: The Structure of Discrimination, the Feelings of Discrimination: Discrimination and its Deep Roots
BOOK 25.
"From Today On, I am a Global Citizen" A book that will be your first step toward becoming a global citizen.
BOOK 26.
A Society That Spectates on Suffering: A poignant reflection on a society that spectates the suffering of others.
BOOK 27.
The Shrinking World: The Impact of Low Birth Rates on Humanity
BOOK 28.
To My Abusers: Stories of People I'm Grateful for Being Alive
BOOK 29.
《Trash Book》 How much trash do I throw away each day?
BOOK 30.
How AI Will Change the World: Reflections on the Coexistence of Artificial Intelligence and Humans

BOOK 31.
《When Economics is Needed》 Economics that Leads to a Better Life
BOOK 32.
Things Money Can't Buy: What Money Can't Buy and What You Shouldn't Buy
BOOK 33.
《Fairy Tale Economic History》: An exquisite combination of widely known fairy tales and economic history.
BOOK 34.
"The Platform Economy: What's the Problem?" The Impact of Platform Companies on Our Society
BOOK 35.
Ha-Joon Chang's Economics Recipe: A Story of Economics Told Through Food
BOOK 36.
Teaching the Unteachable: A New Perspective on Alternative Schools
BOOK 37.
《Society Without School》 What is the role of schools in our time?
BOOK 38.
Rediscovering School: The Illusion That Schools Are the Main Culprit of Inequality
BOOK 39.
Faces of the Court: A judge who unearths and records narratives behind the scenes.
BOOK 40.
《Language Not in the Constitution》 The most basic story about the Constitution

BOOK 41.
《Art Gallery of Comfort》 At the end of a tiring day, open just for me
BOOK 42.
《The Master of Reading, Homo Bookus》 Reading books that change your life
BOOK 43.
We'll teach you how to properly write "The Giant's Notes"
BOOK 44.
《The Dark History of Humanity》 A sneak peek into humanity's dark history, worthy of kicking the blankets.
BOOK 45.
"History Asks, Geography Answers": A geography teacher tells the story of our land and its history.
BOOK 46.
《History-Deep Stories in Film (Korean History Edition)》 History is Hidden in Film
BOOK 47.
Joseon Meets Einstein: Wise Joseon Scientists Who Understood the Importance of Scientific Advancement
BOOK 48.
"Architecture, A Stroll Through Modern Novels": A Collage of Modern Novels and Architecture, Becoming a New Work
BOOK 49.
《The Kind Survive》: A warm theory of evolution that resonates with us.
BOOK 50.
The Birth of the Super Individual: Discovering the Creative Individual Who Will Survive in Future Society

Appendix 1: How to write a report on the humanities and social sciences
Appendix 2: A Case Study of Life Savings through Humanities and Social Sciences Reading
Appendix 3: Reference Sites for Humanities and Social Sciences Research
Appendix 4: High School Credit System Regional Joint Curriculum and High School-University Linkage Program

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Among the various methods, reading is the most effective and attractive means for students to promote themselves.
I believe the most perfect scenario for tax exemption is to demonstrate self-directed growth by finding and reading related books to expand on various questions or topics you've wanted to know more about in class and supplementing any gaps in your knowledge.

--- p.5

Although the reading activity section in the life report has been removed, meaningful reading activities have become more necessary.
It is necessary to read a variety of books on different topics, as well as expand on follow-up activities related to reading.
If you need to demonstrate your ability to explore a specific topic, reading a variety of books related to that topic and then expanding on follow-up activities to demonstrate your deepening development would be a good example of how to demonstrate your ability.

--- p.34

The same applies when reading for the sake of life.
It is very important to keep in mind the harmony with the humanities.
If I list only books related to my major in the science and engineering field in my resume, I won't be able to stand out.
Only by reading books that explore the roots of the humanities related to your major can you truly demonstrate your depth and breadth of academic perspective.
Reading, especially in the humanities and social sciences, can demonstrate not only academic and career skills, but also attitudes and values ​​toward life.

--- p.35

BOOK 1: Stolen Concentration
This book makes me think a lot about concentration.
There are various reasons why it is not as easy as you might think to overcome concentration through your own will.
He points out that tech companies' technological capabilities are being developed with the goal of distracting people rather than maintaining their focus.
So how can we solve this problem? I hope this book will provide you with the opportunity to consider the solution from various perspectives.

[Expanding into follow-up activities of the Life and Death Foundation]
- There is a view that companies are also responsible for the smartphone addiction problem.
Let's find evidence to prove this and present it.
- Let's discuss whether smartphone addiction is a personal problem or a societal problem, and write a report on this matter.

Has technological advancement truly enriched human life? Let's debate the pros and cons and write a report on the matter.

--- p.46

BOOK 10 Brave New World
This book makes you think about what it means to live like a human being.
Can a life without "freedom" and the "right to choose" but guaranteed stability be considered a truly human life? Can instinctive, one-dimensional pleasures truly fulfill human emotional fulfillment? Where does "happiness" come from? I hope you will find your own answers as you read this book.

--- p.85

In our society, what can't be bought with money? What can be bought with money, but shouldn't? As members of society, we have a responsibility to determine what can and cannot be bought with money, and to reflect on the moral limits of the market.
This book will serve as a starting point for that discussion.

[Expanding into follow-up activities of the Life and Death Foundation]
- Let's think about 'things that money can't buy' and 'things that money can buy but shouldn't buy' and share our thoughts with other friends.

- Let's organize our thoughts and discuss them with other friends, referring to the author's thoughts on the right to pickpockets in amusement parks.
- If there were a society where everything could be traded with money, would I want to live in that society?
Let's make predictions about various areas such as social atmosphere, economy, law, system, philosophy, and culture.

--- p.176

BOOK 44 《The Dark History of Humanity》
If you learn something new or become interested in historical events while reading this book, I suggest you seek out other books and resources.
If we go beyond a fragmentary understanding and add historical depth to this, it will be an excellent study.

No one can predict the future.
All we have is the past.
Facing our human limitations, reflecting on the past, and introspecting are the only ways we can create a better future.


[Expanding into follow-up activities of the Life and Death Foundation]
- At the end of the book, the author raises the topic of ‘cryptocurrency’ and ‘climate change’.
Let's write a new chapter on these two topics.

- Let's think about what elements in our society today could be called "dark history" and talk about them with our friends.
Let's collect various data and use it to predict what impact it will have on the future.
--- p.221

Publisher's Review
The most effective way to prepare for the core tax benefits of the Ministry of Education is through reading.

What's the most important thing to prepare for in the life history section, especially the core section, the tax assessment section? The tax assessment section, recorded by the subject teacher, captures the student's academic achievement level, the effort they demonstrated during class, and their growth process.
There is nothing more useful than 'reading' to naturally demonstrate this process of growth and development.
If you can follow up a book with meaningful follow-up activities related to it, it's the perfect scenario for creating an attractive tax advantage.

For example, consider the case of exploring a particular topic.
By reading a variety of books on the topic, demonstrating self-directed learning, and then deepening and developing that knowledge through other activities, you can create an engaging and engaging curriculum that truly showcases your students' abilities.
Through books, I can show what topics I've been interested in or curious about, what efforts I've made to learn more about the field, and even what influence the book has had.


《50 Must-Read Books for the Humanities and Social Sciences》 introduces 50 books that have been read and carefully selected by current high school Korean language teachers.
It's not just books.
This book is very useful for students who want to make their life story more attractive and get closer to their dream journey of successful college entrance, as it introduces know-how to enable various follow-up research activities and extended reading through these activities.


Why Reading Humanities and Social Sciences Books Is Important for Science and Engineering Students

The authors of this book say that in a world where the college entrance exam system is rapidly changing and many areas within the department of higher education are shrinking, the weapon that will make you shine is in books.
In particular, he emphasizes that 'reading humanities and social science books' is important in order to create a 'unique' life force.
Humanities are the root and foundation of all academic disciplines, and therefore, they are an area of ​​reading that must be pursued regardless of field of study.


According to recent news, the employment rate of engineering and natural science majors who double major in business or humanities increases by approximately 8.5%.
In particular, those who double majored in humanities and social sciences were evaluated as multi-faceted human resources and showed outstanding employment performance.
This also applies to the criteria by which universities select talented individuals.
Even if you are a science and engineering student, if you only list math and science books related to your major, you will not be able to stand out in your life history.
The author of this book argues that only when students in all fields of study read books that lay the foundation for the humanities related to their major and then branch out can they demonstrate a deep and broad academic perspective.


Furthermore, reading books in the humanities and social sciences is a great opportunity to naturally promote yourself now that the self-introduction form has been abolished, as it allows you to demonstrate not only your academic or career aptitude but also your attitude toward life and values.


From the book introduction to the research activities related to ‘Se-teuk’, it’s all in one book!

The books introduced in this book have been carefully selected by the authors.
We selected books that are at a level that middle and high school students can read, that align with the curriculum, and that can create a synergistic effect by combining them with various majors such as literature, economics, society, law, and art.
Additionally, books that are too well known and appear too frequently in biographies, classics, or books that were published too long ago were excluded from the selection.


In this book, the authors provide detailed information on the criteria for selecting books in the humanities and social sciences, and in particular, on the know-how of reading exploration activities that can be linked to the 'tax special'.
Through 50 required readings and over 150 follow-up activities directly related to taxation, students will experience satisfying their intellectual curiosity and gradually broadening the depth and scope of their inquiry.
For students who want to achieve their life goal of successful college admission, this book will be an essential guide.
GOODS SPECIFICS
- Date of issue: April 19, 2024
- Page count, weight, size: 268 pages | 338g | 140*200*16mm
- ISBN13: 9791166571510
- ISBN10: 1166571513

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