The photographic illustrations of the festivals of South Korea fairly leap from the pages of this book, which is part of the "Festivals of the World" series. It begins by locating South Korea, complete with map, and briefly mentioning the conflicts experienced by this war-ravaged nation. Next, the year is divided into seasons followed by a list of the festivals for each season with brief explanations. Celebrations in South Korea are based on the lunar calendar. Chosen for inclusion in this book are New Year's Day, Buddha's Birthday, Tan-O Day, Ch'usok Day, and Sokchonje Rites. A game, craft, and food activities precede the glossary and index.