신채호의 문학과 국가사상 - 영토의식을 중심으로

Abstract

This paper discussed the territorial perception that appeared in Shin Chae-ho's writings. He devoted himself to study history from the time of the patriotic enlightenment. The patriotic biographies he wrote were also a part of his perception of history. He paid attention to 'territorial geography' in his historical description, and that is why he criticized previous historians for speaking out of context and reducing Korean territory. During his stay in China, Danjae also criticized the wrong perception of the history of Chinese people and tried to correct it. His "The Great Wall of China" was written from such a perspective. In particular, Danjae expedited extensively to Maritime Provinces and Manchuria in the 1910s and tried to define Korean ancient territory. He asserted that the territory of Gojoseon reached Primorsky Kray and Manchuria, and Goguryeo also possessed the parts of Bongcheon, Jikye and Mongolia. In addition, Baekje governed the Liaoseo region of China. He also described Balhae as part of Korean history and mentioned that Goryeo possessed Gongheomjin, the north region of the Tumen River. He read such things in various Chinese literature and presented them empirically. Danjae's perception of territorial geography is well revealed in the "Dream Heaven". In this work, Danjae clearly shows the Damul spirit to restore old home territory. It means the individual is reborn as a national subject and ultimately wins the 'fight between Self and Non-self.' Danjae's historical studies reveal the perception and desire for the recovery of Korea old territory. We also need to recognize history properly and identify geographical territory empirically.