1960~70년대 황춘밍(黃春明) 소설 속 향토와 민족

Abstract

This research paper examines the ideas of Huang Chun-ming, a well-known figure in Taiwanese nativist literature, regarding the fundamental concepts of “native literature(native soil literature, xiang-tu)” and “ethnicity” as reflected in his literary works. Huang Chun-ming, born in 1935 and now 88 years old, has recently published new works after a long break from writing fiction, attracting attention within the literary community. The aim of this study is to understand how Huang Chun-ming, as a writer of Taiwanese nativist literature, approached and interpreted these central themes. To achieve this goal, the paper focuses primarily on three key works: Borrow a Fire(1963) and Sayonara, Zaijian(1973), published during the time of the nativist literature debate in Taiwan, and Baimei in The Day I Looked at the Sea(1967), which is widely regarded as Huang Chun-ming’s most important work. By analyzing these novels and considering the existing literary assessments of Huang Chun-ming, the study explores the nuanced meanings of “native soil(xiang-tu)” and “ethnicity” as revealed in his writings, going beyond a superficial description. Through a detailed analysis, this research aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of Huang Chun-ming’s literary approach, highlighting how he portrays local and ethnic contexts in his narratives. By exploring his perspectives on these themes, readers can gain a deeper and more personal comprehension of Huang Chun-ming’s significance as a leading writer in Taiwan native soil literature. Ultimately, this study contributes to the broader discussion on native soil literature and its connection to ideas of identity, native soil, and ethnicity in Taiwanese literary tradition.