한국 생태수필의 가능성과 그 양상 - 윤구병, 송명규, 최성각을 중심으로

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<Abstract> A Study on the Possibilities and Patterns of Ecological Essays in Korea Son, Min-dal (Chosun University) This study reviewed whether the contemporary Korean essays based on “ecological perceptions” could be termed as “ecological essays” and examined the patterns of ecological essays of Yun Gu-byeong, Song Myeong-gyu, and Choi Seong-gak, who had consistently showed such a perception. The term “ecological essays” is significant as a specific concept in “ecological literature and has been used in the titles of many collections of works until recently. As the terms of ecological poems and novels do not feel awkward, “ecological essays” can be accepted as a full-blown term for literary research in that it can be embraced as an academic term with no difficulties. Yun Gu-byeong has created an ecological community and done experiments with it in an actual farming village, thus practicing ecological education. His ecological essays manifest their values as essay literature based on his experiences. Song Myeong-gyu presents the ecology of animals and plants very specifically through detailed and precise observations. His ecological essays are based on his scientific observations and yet do not grant excessive meanings or promote rough slogans, thus moving the readers in bigger ways. Choi Seong-gak creates his works, actually engaging in an environmental movement and taking personal part in the pending political issues. He has written essays focused on relations between man and nature and among men. His ecological essays use clam and honest words, thus touching the readers with greater intensity.