The Memoirs of Lady Hyegyong

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The Autobiographical Writings of a Crown Princess of Eighteenth-Century Korea

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The Memoirs of Lady Hyegyong offers a detailed and personal account of life at the royal court during 18th-century Korea. Written by Lady Hyegyong, it chronicles her experiences as the wife of Crown Prince Sado, exploring themes of family, political intrigue, and the challenges of navigating palace life. Her memoirs provide an intimate perspective on historical events and personal struggles, making it a compelling read for those interested in Korean history.
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This book may appeal to you if you're fascinated by historical accounts from the Joseon Dynasty of Korea, offering a deep insight into court life and politics through the personal reflections of a royal consort. You might enjoy it for its detailed portrayal of resilience and personal sacrifice, chronicling the gripping and turbulent experiences of a woman navigating the complexities of palace intrigue.

Lady Hyegyong's memoirs, which recount the chilling murder of her husband by his father, is one of the best known and most popular classics of Korean literature. From 1795 until 1805 Lady Hyegyong composed this masterpiece, which depicts a court life whose drama and pathos is of Shakespearean proportions.

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Lady Hyegyong's memoirs, which recount the chilling murder of her husband by his father, form one of the best known and most popular classics of Korean literature.

From 1795 until 1805, Lady Hyegyong composed this masterpiece, depicting a court life Shakespearean in its pathos, drama, and grandeur. Presented in its social, cultural, and historical contexts, this first complete English translation opens a door into a world teeming with conflicting passions, political intrigue, and the daily preoccupations of a deeply intelligent and articulate woman.

JaHyun Kim Haboush's accurate, fluid translation captures the intimate and expressive voice of this consummate storyteller. Reissued nearly twenty years after its initial publication with a new foreword by Dorothy Ko, The Memoirs of Lady Hyegyong is a unique exploration of Korean selfhood and an extraordinary example of autobiography in the premodern era.

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The Memoirs of Lady Hyegyong is hailed for its vivid portrayal of 18th-century Korean court life and the personal struggles of Lady Hyegyong. Reviewers commend the work for its emotional depth, cultural insights, and historical significance, providing a compelling look into the challenges faced by women in the royal court.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780520280489

Publisher: University of California Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 14 September 2013

Country: United States

Imprint: University of California Press

Edition: 2nd edition

Illustration: Previous edition art. No new art.

Contributors:

Edited by JaHyun Kim Haboush
Translated by JaHyun Kim Haboush
Foreword by Dorothy Ko

Audience: Tertiary education

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 25.0mm

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 544g

Pages: 400

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Biography & Memoir Non-Fiction

About the Author

JaHyun Kim Haboush was Associate Professor of East Asian Languages and Cultures and History at the University of Illinois.