The Korean genre known as shijo is short song lyrics. Originally meant to be sung rather than recited, these short poems are light, personal, and very often con

Wit is integral to shijo. Indeed, it is the fusion of image and idea through wit, most often an ironical wit, that gives shijo its unique flavor." "In this anth

This work provides an introduction to some of the most important and representative genres of classical Korean literature. Coverage includes: Samguk sagi and sa

All Koreans enjoy sijos as a beloved form of poetry. But if look beyond the sprinkling of words, You'll find stories of bygone history. Love Korea? You do? Then

This study examines the development and characteristics of various historical and contemporary genres of Korean literature. It presents explanations on the deve