The History of Korea (vol. 1 of 2)

A thorough introduction to Korea’s past, this volume draws almost entirely from native Korean sources, giving listeners a rare glimpse into the country’s own recorded memory. The author follows the ancient chronicles such as the Tong‑sa Kang‑yo and the Tong‑guk Tong‑gam, while also consulting Chinese and Japanese texts to flesh out early tribal histories and regional interactions. By weaving together official records, private manuscripts, and scholarly research, the narrative paints a picture of a peninsula that has preserved its chronicles through centuries of dynastic change and foreign invasion.

The work also tackles the challenges of modern Korean history, where official dynastic annals cease after a regime’s fall and private accounts become essential. Collaboration with a long‑time Korean scholar and access to private libraries provide depth to the recent centuries, while careful attention to source authenticity assures listeners of reliable details. Listeners will come away with a clear sense of how Korea’s continuity and cultural resilience have been documented across millennia.