@dailykoreanfact Fascinating. Can you recommend any books (in English or Korean) that describe why some of the original Hangeul characters were phased out?
Historically China holds calligraphy in high esteem, like in the Islamic tradition. It is seen as one of the highest forms of Chinese art, with a cultural value that is unmatched. The way one wrote was as important as what one wrote
A thread on Sini Chinese Arabic calligraphy…
European civilization is built on ham and cheese, which allowed protein to be stored throughout the icy winters.
Without this, urban societies in most of central Europe would simply not have been possible.
This is also why we have hardback books. Here's why. 1/
The Oldest Book Printed with Movable Type is Not The Gutenberg Bible.
Jikji, a Collection of Korean Buddhist Teachings, Predated It By 78 Years and It’s Now Digitized Online
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Shibori dyeing a few pieces of silk with avocado skins and seeds, rubber bands and river rocks. No mordant was needed to capture this muted persimmon shade. #naturaldye#avocadodye#shiboridye https://t.co/jGcqNW8aGv
Pantone 871U (soft gold) letterpress print on Jangjibang hanji / Persimmon-dyed mat from Mongsengee in Jeju Island #사자성어#고진감래#장지방한지#한지#letterpress https://t.co/u2nqH0D081