심노숭 기행문학에 나타난 공간인식과 그 의미

Abstract

This paper aims to analyze the spatial awareness exhibited in the travel literature of Hyojeon(孝田) Shim No-sung(沈魯崇, 1762~1837) and to explore its significance. The term 'travel literature' refers to writings about observations, experiences, feelings, and events encountered during a journey. Thus, encountering unfamiliar spaces is an essential aspect of such literature. During the Joseon Dynasty, the formation of famous scenic spots involved first the existence of humans and unfamiliar spaces and then the spatial localization through human cognition[知, 知覺]. Understanding the author's spatial awareness not only sheds light on one aspect of their literary perspective but also contributes to a deeper understanding of their literary world. First, investigates Shim No-sung's life with a focus on his travel experiences. He was a travel writer who, upon encountering impressive landscapes during his travels, described the natural scenery in meticulous detail and expressed his thoughts and feelings freely and honestly. Travel was an indispensable element of his life. Examines the aspects of spatial awareness in Shim No-sung's travel literature from three perspectives and explores their meanings. First, the study reviews his perception of Pyeongan Province as a historical space. In 1783, Shim first toured the South Pyeongan Province, including Gaeseong, and in 1791-92, he visited the North Pyeongan Province, including Pyongyang and Myohyangsan. Gaeseong and Pyongyang, known for their historical scenic beauty, indicate his focus on the historical significance of spaces, as evident in his numerous works from this period. Secondly, the paper analyzes the poetic representation of the Danyang region, perceived as a space for Wayu (臥遊). Danyang, along with Jecheon, Cheongpyeong, and Yeongcheon, was one of the four counties renowned at that time and, together with Mount Geumgang, was a much-desired travel destination. In Shim’s poetry, Danyang was portrayed as a space for Wayu and as a symbol of longing for his younger brother, Shim No-am. It was also viewed as a coveted destination for scenic site tours. Lastly, the paper focuses on Mount Geumgang as a space of the Buddhist and Taoist realms. In 1818, at the age of 56, Shim undertook a journey to Mount Geumgang. He perceived the mountain as a Taoist realm based on local legends and also recognized it as a Buddhist realm, reflecting his pro-Buddhist tendencies. This study examines how Shim No-sung's travel literature transformed unfamiliar spaces into new realms of recognition and explores the significance of each space. Analyzing Shim’s spatial awareness and deriving its meaning is expected to significantly aid in understanding his landscape perspective, literary perspective, and worldview.