Anton Hur, the writer and translator behind BTS's memoir, Beyond The Story: 10-Year Record Of BTS’ English version, recently shed light on RM's profound impact in Korean literature. During his latest interview, Anton Hur discussed RM's role in promoting obscure works, elevating Korean literature's global recognition.
BTS’ translator Anton Hur praises RM for his influence in preserving Korean Literature
Anton Hur, the writer and translator behind the English version of BTS’ memoir, Beyond The Story: 10-Year Record Of BTS, recently shed light on BTS leader RM’s significant influence in Korean literature. In a recent interview, he recounted a remarkable anecdote about RM's impact.
Anton Hur revealed that RM’s endorsement of an obscure book by Lee Seong Bok led to its unexpected success, despite its relative obscurity even in Korea. RM's social media post about the book prompted its quick sellout and two reprints, showcasing the leader's profound influence beyond the world of music.
The success of his translation project prompted him to announce a new venture: the publication of Lee Seong Bok’s poetry collection, That Summer’s End, which RM also promoted on social media.
Following the viral attention garnered by his interview clip, Hur expressed gratitude to RM and BTS for their contribution to Korean literature, humorously thanking the ARMY for "saving Korean literature."
This isn't the first instance where Anton Hur has highlighted BTS' impact in literature. In 2022, he mentioned how BTS' connection to Herman Hesse’s Demian boosted sales of his translator friend's work, showcasing the band's enduring influence beyond music.
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