이어령의 기호론적 접근 방법에 대한 고찰

Abstract

This paper examines Lee O-young's semiotic approach, as indicated by its title. Instead of focusing on a series of Korean cultural essays, the discussion revolves around literary critiques and dissertations. Firstly, the paper scrutinizes how Lee O-young arrived at his semiotic approach. His journey can be traced from the exploratory phase of the 1960s and 1970s to its manifestation in the 1980s. Secondly, the paper delves into the principles underlying Lee O-young's semiotic approach. Notably, his semiotic approach emphasizes grasping texts through spatial relationships, allowing for diverse interpretations rather than fixed meanings. Even in the twilight of his life, Lee O-young maintained the zeal to reinterpret both classical and contemporary literature through his semiotic approach. Regrettably, this ambition remained unrealized. However, it is hoped that Lee O-young's legacy will continue to be unearthed and explored in the future.