Encounter, Transformation, and Agency in a Connected World: Narratives of Korean Women, 1550-1700

This course examines Korean women's agency in the premodern world, comparing different sources and discussing how events in Korea influenced Asia and Europe. It presents new analyses and information about individual women and women as a cohort to English-speaking scholars and students, highlighting the importance of studying premodern women beyond Europe.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 174 pages
Publication date: 14 July 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

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Exploring Korean Women's Agency in the Premodern World

This course delves into a comprehensive examination of diverse perspectives on Korean women and their agency in the premodern world, drawing from a wide array of written, visual, and material sources. By analyzing these sources, students gain insight into how different sources can contribute to the reconstruction of women's history.

The course brings into dialogue contemporary sources about Korean women from various regions, including Joseon Korea, Tokugawa Japan, the Dutch East India Company, and the Jesuits. It highlights how events in early modern Korea reached beyond its borders, impacting Asia and Europe through networks and influence. This dialogue enables students to understand the interconnectedness of global events and their significance in shaping the history of women.

Furthermore, the course presents new analyses and information about both individual women and women as a cohort, providing valuable insights to English-speaking scholars and students. It emphasizes the importance of studying the lives of premodern women, including those beyond Europe, even if their primary focus lies in European history. By broadening their perspective, students gain a deeper understanding of the complexities and diversity of women's experiences across different cultures and time periods.

Through this course, students develop critical skills in source analysis, historical interpretation, and global interconnectedness, equipping them with the tools to engage with the rich history of Korean women and their role in shaping the premodern world.

Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032343099