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- 7 hours of reading
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The book critically explores "English fever" in South Korea, focusing on its popularity and the disparity between aspirations and actual experiences. It utilizes insights from English-Korean translators and interpreters, highlighting their engagement with English mastery. Historical factors contributing to the rise of English are analyzed alongside personal dreams of transformation and the stark realities faced by individuals. Themes of commodification, gender, and neoliberalism further illuminate the complexities of this phenomenon, offering a nuanced understanding of its development and persistence.
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English Language Ideologies in Korea, Jinhyun Cho
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- 2018
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