100 Thimbles in a Box: The Spirit and Beauty of Korean Handicrafts (Seoul Selection Guides)

This is one of the most beautiful books I've ever seen! The pictures are outstanding, and the text is well-written and informative. One thing I love is that you can pick it up and just read one page now and then (I do recommend reading the introduction first) and learn something. It's not like you have to read it all at once or have a degree in Korean history or art to enjoy it. It makes for an especially nice gift for those who appreciate Korean and/or Asian handicrafts, handicrafts in general or Korean history.I met the ladies who wrote this, and they gave a terrific presentation. Their personal stories of why they decided to write the book are very moving, and I applaud them for putting together such a legacy for their children and really- for all of us.If you happen to live in Seoul, you can also purchase this book at Eden Pottery in Itaewon. When I have ordered it online, it arrived in good time.

This book is unusually beautiful. The photography and layout rivals the best of National Geographic. The descriptions and explanations are in my view a step above that! I believe the book would make a unique gift for friends and relatives who enjoy handicrafts or are fascinated by crafts of other cultures or appreciate the beauty of handiwork too little seen these days.I believe this book should be added to the featured collections of public libraries and museum shops around the country.

I'm heading to Korea in a couple of months and this book has inspired my shopping when I get there. Even if I wasn't going, the photos are so gorgeous and it is so beautifully laid out. I pretty much have only looked at the pictures so far but for that alone, it is worth it. But I did read the story about the thimbles 'cuz I was curious. This is a lovely book and a lot of thought was put into it.

It's a beautifully photographed overview of some of the highlights of Korean traditional crafts. Not a deep in depth analysis but a visually and aesthetically pleasing start off point.

Beautiful book, stunning pictures, rich in content! For anyone interested in Korean handicrafts, art, and culture, this is a MUST HAVE! First, I found myself absorbed by the pictures and, then, learning more and more about the symbols and history of this wonderful country!