The life and writing activities of Yu Yu-heon(由由軒) Namgyeop(南礏)

Yu Yu-heon Namgyeop's writings, including the 'Soldier’s Diary' and 'Byeong Jeong Diary,' offer invaluable insights into the Manchu War era (1636) and the intellectual perceptions of that time. His detailed records, spanning battlefield dynamics, weaponry, and political turmoil, transcend conventional loyalty narratives, providing a nuanced view of historical events. Additionally, his practical research on sericulture, documented in 'Jammongyoeo,' reflects a proactive approach to stabilizing post-war livelihoods. This study highlights Namgyeop's dual contribution: as a chronicler of war-era experiences and an innovator in agricultural technology, bridging historical documentation with applied science.

(Ed.). (2024). The life and writing activities of Yu Yu-heon(由由軒) Namgyeop(南礏). The Korean Society of Gyobang and Culture, 4(3), 173–194. https://doi.org/10.58936/gcr.2024.9.4.3.173