Returning To The Land Of The Morning Calm

Martin is eighty-four years old, a Korean War veteran, living quietly in a retirement home in upstate New York. His days are ruled by the routine of the staff, but in his thoughts and dreams, Martin often returns to the Seoul of his youth, and the lost true love of his life. Two close friends urge him to travel back to search for his love. What awaits Martin in Korea, more than six decades after he left the country on a troop transport back to the U.S.? Returning to the Land of the Morning Calm is a story of friendship, love and family, in all its many shapes, across time, generations and cultures.

This book introduces the culture and traditions of Korea, from ancient times to the present.

Instability, danger, and intrigue follow a U.S. Army lieutenant and his wife in 1968 Korea as they try to safeguard their relationship-and their lives.

"25 Albertype plates from photographs of Korea by Percival Lowell. Forbes Albertype Co., Boston, did the plates. This copy also contains two handwritten notes by Lowell laid in. One is of autobiograhical interest as Lowell gives a short resume in his career to this date. The pictures by him, as reproduced by the Forbes company, are striking and the tonal range of the collotypes is particularly effective in this book." -- Hanson collection catalog, p. 88.

Poignant, well-crafted, and emotional, this is an epic military experience and one man's personal journey¿a man who will gain your respect and heart.

Arnold Henry Savage Landor's book 'Corea or Cho-sen: The Land of the Morning Calm' is a fascinating and detailed account of his travels through Korea in the late 19th century. Landor's vivid descriptions and keen observations provide readers with a deep insight into the culture, history, and daily life of the Korean people during this time. His literary style is both informative and engaging, making this book a valuable resource for those interested in Korean studies and travel literature of the period. With its detailed narratives and rich cultural analysis, 'Corea or Cho-sen' stands out as a significant work in the genre of travel writing. Arnold Henry Savage Landor's personal experiences and interactions with the locals undoubtedly influenced the thoroughness and authenticity of his descriptions in this book. His background as an explorer and artist equipped him with the skills necessary to bring Korea to life on the pages of his book. I highly recommend 'Corea or Cho-sen: The Land of the Morning Calm' to readers who are interested in delving into the history and culture of Korea through the eyes of a knowledgeable and perceptive traveler.

Connecticut Yankee Josh Gillet longed for high adventure and travel. Leaving late nineteenth century New England for a sojourn in Japan, Josh soon finds himself in the Hermit Kingdom-Korea. Coming of age is always filled with trial and tribulation. For Josh Gillet, intense life experiences are forged in an ancient land that has become the political chessboard for imperialist powers-amid a bold Protestant missionary movement and Anglo merchants with hopes of wealth. Josh quickly learns that high adventure, opportunity, and a budding romance come at a price as cultures collide.

I am more American than Korean in my mind, writes K. Connie Kang, "but am more Korean than American in my soul. As for my heart, it is split in half."