Description
The Annals of the Joseon Dynasty in One Volume
A Landmark Achievement in Korean Historical Literature
This comprehensive single-volume edition presents the complete 500-year history of the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1897), meticulously condensed from the original Joseon Wangjo Sillok (朝鮮王朝實錄) – one of the most significant historical records in world history and a UNESCO Memory of the World.
2017 Fully Revised Edition
- 300+ printings and over 2 million copies sold since 1996
- Added “Preliminary Knowledge” section for easier understanding
- Expanded coverage of King Sukjong era
- Refined content with improved accuracy
Book Details
- Author: Park Young-gyu (박영규)
- Publisher: Woongjin Knowledge House (웅진지식하우스)
- Pages: 680 pages
- Size: 154 x 224 x 40mm
- Weight: 1,152g
- ISBN: 9788901214924
- Publication: February 10, 2017 (First edition: March 10, 1996)
- Language: Korean
Contents
Chronicles all 27 kings of Joseon from King Taejo (founder) to King Sunjong (last emperor), including:
- Political events and royal court intrigues
- Major historical figures and their contributions
- Cultural achievements and scientific developments
- Social changes throughout 500 years
- The creation of Hangul by King Sejong
- The Imjin War (Japanese invasions)
- The fall of the dynasty
Why This Book
The Joseon Wangjo Sillok originally comprises approximately 2,000 volumes – an overwhelming amount for casual readers. This book distills those records into an accessible, engaging narrative that brings Korean history to life while maintaining scholarly accuracy.
Perfect for anyone interested in Korean history, K-drama enthusiasts wanting historical context, students, and scholars alike.
Note: This book is written entirely in Korean.
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Nolan – Austin, USA –
The book is solid for history fans. It gives a good overview of the Joseon era. I appreciated the ‘Preliminary Knowledge’ section; it made things easier to follow. Just know, shipping took longer than expected and some pages feel thick.
Liam (verified owner) – Toronto, Canada –
This book covers a lot of history in one volume. I like the summary sections for easy understanding. The pages are quite thick, which is nice, but shipping took longer than expected.
けんた (verified owner) – Osaka, Japan –
この本は朝鮮王朝の歴史を簡潔に学べるので良かった。680ページもあるから、一度で全部読むのは難しい。でも、資料が豊富だからかなり面白い。初版と比べて情報量が増えている印象。このサイズだと持ち運びには便利だけど、大きさを考えると少し重たいかも。
Harper (verified owner) – Sydney, Australia –
It’s a detailed look at the Joseon era. I appreciate that it combines long history in one volume, making reading easier. The content can be dense though and shipping was slow.
Mateusz (verified owner) – Warsaw, Poland –
Książka zawiera mnóstwo szczegółowych informacji o dynastii Joseon. Wciągająca i dobrze uporządkowana, ale trochę gruba jak na moje gusta. Zdecydowanie jednak wart przeglądania.
Giulia (verified owner) – Milano, Italia –
Ho appena finito di leggere questo libro. È interessante e pieno di storia utile sulla dinastia Joseon. Ogni pagina offre nuovi dettagli sui re e la cultura dell’epoca. La scrittura è chiara, facile da seguire, ottimo per capire meglio quel periodo della storia.