15 Years Among the Top-Knots

Fifteen Years Among the Top Knots: Life in Korea is a firsthand memoir by Lillias Underwood recounting her years of living and working in Korea during a period of profound cultural encounters and historical change. Writing from direct experience, she offers vivid observations of daily life, customs, family structures, and social traditions, while also sharing her Christian perspective and reflections on gospel mission work. Blending personal reflection with historical detail and faith-driven insights, the memoir provides an intimate portrait of cross‑cultural service, spiritual commitment, and the human stories behind a transforming nation.