The Book of Korean Mythology: From Dokkaebi to Mudang, an Encyclopedia of the Gods, Monsters, and Heroes of Korea (World Mythology and Folklore) [Kahng, Huck]

Author: Huck Kahng

Korean culture is exploding worldwide--from K-pop and K-dramas to Squid Game and KPop Demon Hunters. And now with The Book of Korean Mythology, the folklore of the gods, monsters, and heroes that shape culture are brought together in this beautifully illustrated collection.

Begin your adventure exploring Korean folklore with The Book of Korean Mythology by Huck Kahng.

This rich collection introduces you to spirits, monsters, and heroes from the tales that populates Korea's mythological pantheon, from spirits of the home to the rulers of the underworld. This guide immerses you in the world of Korean mythology, with the original mythologies and their connections to today's popular culture, like with:

-Jeoseung Saja: Ambassadors from the other world, like the Saja Boys from Kpop Demon Hunters
-Gumiho: The nine-tailed temptress seen in My Girlfriend Is a Nine-Tailed Fox and Tale of the Nine Tailed
-Gwishin: The vengeful spirits haunting A Tale of Two Sisters
-And many more!

With wit and heart, Kahng invites both mythology lovers and new explorers to discover Korea's most imaginative creatures, unforgettable legends, and the enduring magic at their core.

Publisher: Simon & Schuster
Published: 11/17/2026
Pages: 256
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.05oz
Size: 8.00h x 6.00w x 0.67d
ISBN: 9781507226698

About the Author
Huck Kahng is a Korean translator and author living in Canada. He has translated many popular titles for the Korean audience, including the Harry Potter series, The Wheel of Time series, and Project Hail Mary: he's also published several books in Korean, and most recently self-published Mythical Creatures, a guide to using Korean folklore as a basis for fantasy worldbuilding. He shares Korean myths and folklore on his substack, The K-Lore Library.

Michelle Wang is an artist based in California. Her artworks are inspired by anime and manga, as well as pop culture, old magazines and photographs, and the beautiful outdoors. Her pieces aim to elicit feelings of awe and serenity through a painterly style, flowing lines, clean details, and nature-inspired colors. Michelle is also a student at UC Berkeley studying computer science, and in her free time enjoys designing and programming apps, as well as practicing yoga and taking long walks with her sister. Her works can be found under the username @NuttyMelon on social media and Etsy.