Study Fancy

[KOREAN READING] 나를 지키는 최소한의 법 이야기 The Minimum Law You Need to Protect Yourself Publisher: 자음과모음 - 2022 Youth Humanities Series, No. 22 This book introduces basic legal knowledge that teenagers need in everyday life. It explains practical legal topics in simple language, kayak: - Do parents have the right to check their child’s phone? - What kinds of actions are considered bullying? - What can you do if someone spreads rumors about you? - If a boss treats you unfairly, can you refuse? For: ⦁ Teenagers ⦁ Parents who want to discuss legal awareness with youth Purpose: ⦁ Help young people understand their rights ⦁ Encourage them to think critically about justice ⦁ Show the law isn't abstract, it directly affects daily life ⦁ Empower them to protect themselves properly Benefits: 1. Practical awarness 2. Critical thinking 3. Confidence Teenagers gain confidence in speaking up when treated unfairly.

[CHINA] A Short History of China and Southeast Asia: Tribute, Trade and Influence Publisher: Allen & Unwin - 2003 A concise history of the long relationship between China and Southeast Asia. - Waves of migration from Fujian & Guangdong - Role of Chinese merchants in port cities - How overseas Chinese became economic intermediaries - Tensions between assimilation vs. separation - Colonial-era (Dutch East Indies, British Malaya, Siam) Purpose: To explain how historical patterns especially the Chinese tributary system and commercial exchange shaped regional order, hierarchy, and contemporary geopolitics in Southeast Asia. For: Students, business professionals, and readers interested in East Asian international relations, China’s regional role, and Asian Studies. Benefits: - Clarifies the historical roots of China-SEA relations - Useful foundation for understanding regional diplomacy

[CHINA - NORTH KOREA] China’s Economic Engagement in North Korea Publisher: Palgrave Macmillan - 2019 It analyzes how China became North Korea’s main economic partner and how this relationship shapes regional stability and geopolitics. It covers trade, border economies, Chinese investment and the impact of international sanctions. For: ⦁ Students of International Relations & East Asian studies or Chinese Studies ⦁ Policy analysts and researchers ⦁ Anyone interested in North Korea, China, or regional geopolitics Purpose: ⦁ to explain China-North Korea economic ties ⦁ to provide data-driven insights into trade and policy Benefits: ⦁ Understand North Korea beyond military narratives ⦁ Gain insight into China’s regional strategy ⦁ Useful academic reference for research ⦁ Helps interpret East Asian geopolitical tensions

[KOREAN CULTURE] 대학 강의가 쉬워지는 전공 한국어 인문 Korean Language for Humanities Students Publisher: 다락원 - 2019 Who is it for? University students, especially international students majoring in Humanities. Humanities is NOT JUST about linguistics or language learning. It involves: ⦁ Critical theory ⦁ Philosophy and ethics ⦁ Sociology and psychology ⦁ Cultural analysis ⦁ Interpretation of data and research ⦁ Analytical writing and argument construction

[BUSINESS KOREAN] 대학 강의가 쉬워지는 전공 한국어 경영 Korean Language for Business Administration Students Publisher: Darakwon - 2019 A Korean language textbook designed to help students understand business administration lectures and academic content in Korean. Who is it for? University students, especially international students majoring in Business Administration. Purpose: To improve academic Korean skills related to business studies (terminology, reading, writing, presentations). Benefits: ⦁ Better understanding of business lectures in Korean ⦁ Stronger academic vocabulary ⦁ Improved reading and writing skills for coursework ⦁ Preparation for university-level assignments and discussions

[KOREAN SPEAKING] 배워서 바로 써먹는 찰떡 한국어 필수 회화 Perfect Fit: Essential Korean Conversations Publisher: 에스디에듀 - 2022 Level: Beginner to Intermediate Practical korean conversations for real-life situations (transportation, bank, hospital, shopping, housing, etc) with dialogues, practice exercises, and cultural tips. Purpose: Help learners use natural, real-life korean immediately. Target: Foreign learners especially those who want to live, study, or work in korea Benefits: - useful daily expressions - prepares learners for real situations in korea

[KOREAN - JAPANESE] JLPT N3, N2, N1 JLPT 일본어능력시험 단어장 JLPT Vocabulary Book Publisher: 동양북스 - 2021 Language: Japanese vocab, Korean explanations Meskipun N3, N2, N1 tapi isinya ga terlalu berat karena cuma bahas vocab + 1 contoh kalimat aja. Content: ⦁ level-based JLPT vocabulary (N1 / N2 / N3) ⦁ 30 day study plan ⦁ example sentences ⦁ simple review + jawaban Purpose: To help learners systematically memorize JLPT vocabulary in a short period (30-day intensive plan). For: - Korean speakers preparing for JLPT - Intermediate to Advanced Japanese learners Benefits: Korean exam-prep books are known for ⦁ Highly structured study plans (like 30-day systems) ⦁ Exam-focused efficiency So when you use this book, you’re not just learning Japanese, you’re experiencing a Korean-style study methodology.

Personally, I enjoy reading cross-reference language books as a supplement to my main study. When learning more than one language, I find it helpful to see how different languages structure ideas. Sometimes I just pick up the vocab or useful phrases. Smts, I pay attention to sentence structure. It depends on what stands out. For me, it’s not about deeply studying another language at the same time. It’s simply a way to stay exposed to korean while seeing familiar content in a different perspective. When you’re learning multiple languages, even just noticing vocabulary choices or small structural differences can be helpful. I wouldn’t suggest this approach to beginners, since building a foundation should come first. But for learners who are studying multiple languages, light cross-reading like this can be a practical and meaningful addition. It’s not about dividing focus. It’s about deepening understanding through comparison.

[JAPANESE - JLPT] JLPT 일본어능력시험 한권으로 끝내기 N5 JLPT - Finish in One Book N5 Publisher: Darakwon - 2022 Bahasa Pengantar: Korean Comprehensive preparation book for JLPT N5 level. Covers: ⦁ Vocabulary ⦁ Grammar explanations ⦁ Basic kanji ⦁ Listening practice ⦁ Mock tests + review checklists For Whom: ⦁ Korean speakers learning Japanese ⦁ Beginners preparing for JLPT N5 Benefits: For Korean learners → Korean vocab exposure is the main gain. For Japanese learners: → Japanese vocab building is the main gain. → Korean becomes the support language. If you already know the basics of both languages, this book becomes a way to review, compare, and strengthen vocabulary in both. NOT as a main textbook but just a simple way to stay exposed to Korean and Japanese at the same time.

[KOREAN READING] 어린이를 위한 365 매일 읽는 긍정의 글 365 Daily Positive Readings for Children Publisher: 책이있는풍경 - 2014 Semacam buku quotes in korean and english. Kayak children’s daily affirmation or positive message book gitu. It contains: ⦁ 365 short positive writings ⦁ One short reading per day ⦁ Encouraging, heartwarming messages Who is it for? - Kiddos - Parents who read to their kids - Beginner korean learners Purpose: ⦁ develop positive thinking ⦁ strengthen emotional intelligence