Description

Book Synopsis

Korean dramas gained popularity across Asia in the late 1990s, and their global fandom continues to grow. Despite cultural differences, non-Asian audiences find K-dramas appealing. They range from historical melodrama and romantic comedy to action, horror, sci-fi and thriller.

Devotees pursue an immersive fandom, consuming Korean food, fashion and music, learning Korean to better understand their favorite shows, and travelling to Korea for firsthand experiences.

This collection of new essays focuses on the cultural impact of K-drama and its fandom, and on the transformation of identities in the context of regional and global dynamics. Contributors discuss such popular series as Boys over Flowers, My Love from the Star and Descendants of the Sun.

The Rise of KDramas

    Product form

    £27.54

    Includes FREE delivery

    RRP £28.99 – you save £1.45 (5%)

    Order before 4pm tomorrow for delivery by Tue 23 Jun 2026.

    A Paperback by Ann-Gee Lee

    Out of stock

      Trusted by thousands of customers. See 2,385+ Customer Reviews

      View other formats and editions of The Rise of KDramas by

      Publisher: McFarland & Co Inc
      Publication Date: 1/20/2019 12:06:00 AM
      ISBN13: 9781476677477, 978-1476677477
      ISBN10: 1476677476

      Description

      Book Synopsis

      Korean dramas gained popularity across Asia in the late 1990s, and their global fandom continues to grow. Despite cultural differences, non-Asian audiences find K-dramas appealing. They range from historical melodrama and romantic comedy to action, horror, sci-fi and thriller.

      Devotees pursue an immersive fandom, consuming Korean food, fashion and music, learning Korean to better understand their favorite shows, and travelling to Korea for firsthand experiences.

      This collection of new essays focuses on the cultural impact of K-drama and its fandom, and on the transformation of identities in the context of regional and global dynamics. Contributors discuss such popular series as Boys over Flowers, My Love from the Star and Descendants of the Sun.

      Recently viewed products

      © 2026 Book Curl

        • American Express
        • Apple Pay
        • Diners Club
        • Discover
        • Google Pay
        • Maestro
        • Mastercard
        • PayPal
        • Shop Pay
        • Union Pay
        • Visa

        Login

        Forgot your password?

        Don't have an account yet?
        Create account