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This title in other formats:Early Korean Literature: Selections and Introductionsby David R. Mccann
Synopses & ReviewsPublisher Comments:Preeminent scholar and translator David R. McCann presents an anthology of his own translations of works ranging across the major genres and authors of Korean writing — stories, legends, poems, historical vignettes, and other works — and a set of critical essays on major themes. A brief history of traditional Korean literature orients the reader to the historical context of the writings, thus bringing into focus this rich literary tradition. The anthology of translations begins with the Samguk sagi, or History of the Three Kingdoms, written in 1145, and ends with The Story of Master H, written in the late 1700s. Three exploratory essays of particular subtlety and lucidity raise interpretive and comparative issues that provide a creative, sophisticated framework for approaching the selections. Book News Annotation:A brief history of Korean literature up to the 19th century is
followed by a selective anthology of Korean literature including the
Samguk sagi (1145), a selection of books from the Samguk yusa
(1285), the Koryo Songs, and texts illustrating the political and
cultural transition from Koryo to Choson, all accompanied by the
editor's commentary and historical background. The second section
addresses interpretive or comparative issues relating to the volume's
literary selections.
Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com) Synopsis:Preeminent scholar and translator David R. McCann presents an anthology of his own translations of works ranging across the major genres and authors of Korean writing — stories, legends, poems, historical vignettes, and other works — and a set of critical essays on major themes. A brief history of traditional Korean literature orients the reader to the historical context of the writings, thus bringing into focus this rich literary tradition. The anthology of translations begins with the Samguk sagi, or History of the Three Kingdoms, written in 1145, and ends with The Story of Master HA, written in the late 1700s. Three exploratory essays of particular subtlety and lucidity raise interpretive and comparative issues that provide a creative, sophisticated framework for approaching the selections. Synopsis:Preeminent scholar and translator David R. McCann presents an anthology of his own translations of classic works encompassing the major genres and authors of the Korean literary tradition — stories, legends, poems, historical vignettes, and other works — with introductory essays to aid in their understanding. What Our Readers Are SayingBe the first to add a comment for a chance to win!Product Details
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