주권 권력에 대응하는 재현의 미학: 『로지나 노, 지나』와 『로기완을 만났다』를 중심으로

Abstract

This article focuses on the novels Logina No, Gina by Lee Ranjoo and Meeting Logiwan by Jo Haejin, shedding light on individuals who have been pushed beyond borders by the system of sovereign power. It examines whether these individuals achieve ‘connection across boundaries’ amidst their circumstances. While a state’s role traditionally includes ensuring the safety and welfare of its citizens and promoting social order and prosperity, borders function very differently for migrant workers and refugees. They often undergo violent experiences during border crossings and are not welcomed by their destination countries. The rigid structure of the nation-state categorizes migrant workers and refugees as outsiders, excluding them from legal, political, economic, and social protections. In this context, the works of these two authors deeply explore the identities, sense of belonging, hopes for the future, family relationships, and legal and social situations of individuals on the border through reportage and pursuit narratives. They vividly reveal the realistic problems and inner conflicts faced by migrant workers and refugees, delivering powerful social messages to readers. Logina No, Gina and Meeting Logiwan illuminate the uncertain and unsettling realities of individuals on the border, demonstrating how literature raises issues regarding sovereign power. These works provide readers with an opportunity to understand and empathize with strangers on the border, reaffirming the role of literature in fostering social change and perception shifts.