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"War and Peace" by Leo Tolstoy
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"War and Peace" by Leo Tolstoy

Sun, 22 Mar 2026at07:00

Join Itaewon Book Club at The Craic House for a lively reading and discussion of War and Peace by Tolstoy. This world-literature meetup invites fans to explore Napoleon's invasion of Russia and the novel's rich cast in a cozy, sociable setting.

SEORAE BOOK CLUB: every last Wednesday of each month

SEORAE BOOK CLUB: every last Wednesday of each month

Wed, 25 Mar 2026at10:00
« Le Petit Prince » d’Antoine de Saint Exupéry

« Le Petit Prince » d’Antoine de Saint Exupéry

Thu, 26 Mar 2026at19:00

A bilingual Franco‑Korean reading of Le Petit Prince, officially certified by the Fondation Antoine de Saint Exupéry pour la jeunesse to celebrate the 80th anniversary. Held at Institut Français de Séoul on 26 March 2026 at 7:00 PM, offering a literary, family‑friendly evening in Seoul.

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Marcher, écrire – Rencontre avec Sylvain Tesson, écrivain voyageur

Thu, 26 Mar 2026at19:00

Join acclaimed travel writer Sylvain Tesson for an intimate discussion at the Institut Français de Séoul. In Marcher, écrire, he speaks about his journeys, writing process, and the art of travel, offering insights into memory, place, and language at a premier cultural venue in Seoul.

Rencontre littéraire avec Sylvain Tesson

Thu, 26 Mar 2026at19:00

Renowned French travel writer Sylvain Tesson discusses his journeys from Siberia to Tibet at the Institut Français de Séoul, sharing insights on travel writing, culture, and the lure of remote landscapes.

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Literary talk: Sylvain Tesson on Les Piliers de la mer

Thu, 26 Mar 2026at19:00

A literary evening at Institut Français de Séoul with Sylvain Tesson discussing his latest book, Les Piliers de la mer. The talk explores travel writing, nature, and memory in a refined, intimate setting.

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Literary talk: Sylvain Tesson at Institut Français de Séoul

Thu, 26 Mar 2026at19:00

An evening with acclaimed French author Sylvain Tesson as he discusses his works in a literary talk hosted by the Institut Français in Seoul, in collaboration with Hankuk University of Foreign Studies.

Dialogue littéraire: Tesson & Yeoul Jung

Thu, 26 Mar 2026at19:00

An intimate literary dialogue between Sylvain Tesson and Yeoul Jung at the Institut Français de Séoul, exploring why we feel the need to return to nature. A bilingual evening mixing travel writing, philosophy, and cultural exchange in Seoul's literary scene.

35th Sinchunmunye Festival – Official Participant Work

35th Sinchunmunye Festival – Official Participant Work

Thu, 2 Apr 2026

Official participant work for the 35th Sinchunmunye Festival, staged at ARKO Arts Theater's Small Hall. This literary-theater piece blends contemporary Korean poetry with performative staging, offering an intimate glimpse into modern Korean writing within a formal festival setting.

Seoul International Book Fair 2026

Wed, 24 Jun 2026at10:00

Seoul International Book Fair 2026 returns to COEX, showcasing thousands of publishers, seminars, author talks, and international publishing events from June 24–28. Explore new titles, meet authors from Korea and abroad, and network with industry professionals at Korea’s largest book fair.

Seoul International Book Fair 2026 — Day 3

Fri, 26 Jun 2026at10:00

Day 3 of the Seoul International Book Fair at COEX brings a vast expo of publishing from Korea and beyond. Wander among publishers, discover new releases, attend author talks and signings, and enjoy a day full of bookish discoveries in Seoul.

Literary Events & Readings in Seoul

Think of Seoul’s literary life as a stroll between Jongno/Daehangno and the Gangnam corridor: intimate salons and student crowds around ARKO Arts Theater give way to more formal panels and book launches at COEX. The Institut Français de Séoul quietly anchors the intellectual end — many readings there blend translations, francophone authors and lively Q&As, drawing adults, students, expats and industry pros. Expect a polished, mostly ticketed program with the occasional free evening that feels like a lucky find. The city still carries its literary memory — Poet Yun Dong‑ju (1917–1945) lingers in local walks and small museums — so readings often feel like continuing a conversation with the past. Pop into a small hall for a midnight reading, or reserve for a big panel at COEX; either way you’ll end up chatting with translators, editors and curious locals. Keep an eye out for new festivals and late‑night salons popping up.
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  1. 1.Institut Français de Séoul6 events
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  4. 4.Itaewon Global Village Center1 events
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