June 30, 2025LinguacultureOpen Access

The Influence of Travel Literature between Korea and the West

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This article explores travel literature's impact on national modernization and public opinion in Korea and the West.

Travel literature significantly influenced national modernization in Korea during the late 19th to mid-20th centuries, showcasing intercultural exchange.
Korean envoys and reformers drew insights from their travels, laying the intellectual groundwork for movements like the Independence Club.
Western travel narratives affected public opinion about Korea, often blending admiration with orientalist views, particularly during the colonial era.
The role of travel literature in shaping cultural identities highlights the complexities of intercultural interaction in a colonized context.

Alexandra Bîja (2025) studied this question.

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