Memoirs Of A Korean Queen by Lady Hyegyeong
The Memoirs of Lady Hyegyeong: The Autobiographical Writings of a Crown Princess of Eighteenth-Century Korea
This historical memoir, penned by an 18th-century Korean royal, provides a deeply personal account of court life in the Joseon Dynasty. The author, born into an aristocratic family, was married at a young age to the ill-fated Crown Prince, and her narrative offers a unique perspective on the political intrigues, familial strife, and tragic events that led to her husband's execution. Her writing not only chronicles her own suffering and resilience but also serves as a poignant historical document, shedding light on the complexities of palace politics and the societal norms of her time.
The 8091st greatest book of all time
Purchase from
Bookshop.org or
Amazon
- Published
- 1795
- Nationality
- Korean
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 200
- Original Language
- Korean
- Avg User Rating
- No ratings yet
- Alternate Titles
- None
If you're interested in seeing the ranking details on this book go here
This book is on the following 1 lists:
- 500 Great Books by Women (Book)