A Curated Guide: SEOUL

Robert Koehler , Hahna Yoon 지음

서울셀렉션 2019년 01월 31일 출간 국내도서 : 2018년 12월 31일 출간

작품소개

책소개

이 책은 서울을 안내하는 책이다. 한국의 사회적, 문화적, 역사적인 모습들과 함께 서울의 모습을 안내한다. 저자 Robert Koehler와 윤하나는 차별화된 선택적 컬렉션을 제시했다. 덜 알려진 매혹적인 길, 즉 시간이 오래 걸리는 뒷골목과 지역 상점을 집중적으로 소개한 것이다.

목차

Neighborhoods
Historic Architecture
Arts & Culture
Dining
Cafes & Teashops
Nightlife
Nature
Shopping
Experiences
Accomodations

ESSAYS
The Other Truth about Bukchon
Korean Indie: The Next Big Thing?

INTERVIEWS
Korean Eats with Chef Yim Jung-sik
The Philosopher Chef: Jeong Kwan
Talking Joe with Coffee Magazine’s Hong Sung-dae
Seoul at Night with DJ Yuzo and DJ Nunchi

출판사 서평

Real Places. Real Life. Real Seoul.
A Local Guide to the Hottest City in Asia

What’s the best way to tour around a foreign city? Unless you want to pilgrim through the obvious landmarks and take typical vacation shots at tourist restaurants, the best and the safest way would be to get help from a reliable local friend, especially if you plan to explore a newly emerging city in constant change like Seoul. But what if you don’t have a reliable friend in Seoul? A Curated Guide: SEOUL, put together by a local editor and expat authors, will gladly be your friend.

There’s more to Seoul than palaces, bibimbap, K-pop, and soju

Authors Robert Koehler, former editor-in-chief of SEOUL magazine, and Hahna Yoon, former editor of Time Out Seoul, have long been introducing Seoul’s kaleidoscopic aspects to readers around the globe. Their insights in identifying the hidden gems of the city as well as their social, cultural, historical, and artistic knowledge have already been verified by the readers of their magazines, and Robert Koehler’s last book, Seoul Selection Guides: SEOUL, even topped Amazon’s Seoul tour guides category.
Through this book, the two authors sought to present a selective curation distinguished from the humdrum travel information galore on and offline. Deviating from the beaten paths suggested by every previous Seoul guidebook, they curate lesser known enchantments: time-forsaken back alleys and exclusive local shops. While they don’t avoid famous sites altogether, they recommend spots according to their personal experiences rather than popularity, catering to various tastes. From elegantly aged hanok to the hippest clubs in town, the book covers a wide spectrum of interests and preferences.

Locals share the very best Asia’s hottest metropolis has to offer

A Curated Guide: SEOUL is comprised of 10 sections: Neighborhoods, Historic Architecture, Arts & Culture, Dining, Caf?s & Teashops, Nightlife, Nature, Shopping, Experiences, and Accommodations. Want to get a rough idea of the huge metropolis and its layout? Warm up with the “Neighborhoods” section exploring the nine trendiest neighborhoods of Seoul. The authors’ favorites are Euljiro, where the atmosphere shifts dramatically from day to night, and Seongsu-dong, known as the “Brooklyn of Seoul.” If you want more in-depth stories about life and culture in Seoul, check out the essays and interviews of a local architect, indie musician, chef, coffee expert, and DJ featured in the book. With more than 400 photos of vivid moments in the city, the guide offers a fresh perspective on Seoul for travelers, expatriates, or anyone who is simply curious about the city.

작가정보

저자(글) Robert Koehler

Born and raised on Long Island, New York, Robert Koehler has lived in Korea since 1997. He was the editor-in-chief of SEOUL, Seoul Selection’s monthly lifestyle and travel magazine, from 2006 to 2018. He spends his days exploring new neighborhoods, sitting in caf?s, and shooting photographs.

저자(글) Hahna Yoon

Based in Seoul and bred raised in New York, Hahna Yoon is a writer with nine years’ experience in radio journalism and magazine editing. She currently contributes to Lonely Planet and has previously worked at Time Out Seoul, UNESCO, KBS World and TBS eFM radio, among others. In her free time, she loves visiting hole-in-the-wall restaurants that serve spicy stews and talking to strangers.