The Tale of Cho Ung A Classic of Vengeance, Loyalty, and Romance |
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| Translator:
| Cho, Sookja |
| Series title: | Translations from the Asian Classics Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-0-231-54649-2 |
| Publication Date: | Jan 2019 |
| Publisher: | Columbia University Press
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| Book Format: | Ebook |
| List Price: | USD $31.99 |
Book Description:
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The Tale of Cho Ung is one of the most widely read and beloved stories of Chosŏn Korea. The anonymously written tale recounts the adventures of protagonist Cho Ung as he overcomes obstacles and grows into a heroic young man. This first translation into English offers a glimpse into early modern Korean vernacular and popular literature.
The Tale of Cho Ung is one of the most widely read and beloved stories of Chosŏn Korea. The anonymously written tale recounts the adventures of protagonist Cho Ung as he overcomes obstacles and grows into a heroic young man. This first translation into English offers a glimpse into early modern Korean vernacular and popular literature.