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 Her writing not only chronicles her own suffering and resilience but also serves as a poignant historical document, shedding light on the complexities of palace politics and the societal norms of her time.

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Published
1795
Nationality
Korean
Length
Short
Pages
200
Original Language
Korean
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