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Oct 30, 2025
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AAS 512 - Reading Classical Texts in Korean Humanism II
As one of the historic civilizations of East Asia, Korea has cultivated a long-standing humanistic tradition, deeply rooted in its literary, historical, and philosophical writings. These texts offer rich and nuanced reflections on humanity, ethics, the relationship between humans and nature, and the responsibilities individuals bear toward their communities. This course explores the Korean humanistic tradition through a close examination of selected classical works written after the 17th century. The 17th century marks a historical turning point for Korea, as it was during this period that the country began to face more complex historical challenges. Consequently, Korean texts written after the 17th century clearly show how Korean intellectuals responded to the given historical difficulties in their endeavor to persistently defend the country’s humanistic tradition. By situating these texts within the broader context of the humanities, the course seeks to understand their significance, assess their relevance in today’s rapidly changing world, and reflect on contemporary humanistic concerns. In addition, the course is designed to strengthen students’ ability to work with primary source materials by training them to read and discuss selected original texts in English. This training is designed to prepare students for advanced research and guide them toward becoming independent researchers.
3 credits
Grading Letter graded (A, A-, B+, etc.)
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