
Chung Chae-bong (1946~2001) studied Korean literature (BA) at Dongguk University and made his debut as a writer of stories for young readers with the selection of his “A Bouquet” in the annual literary contest sponsored by the daily Dong-A Ilbo in 1973. He left so many moving stories for children including A Bird from Water, Fragrance That Travels Far, The Wind and Wild Flowers.