Intended as a resource for those interested in studying the development and core characteristics of Korean Confucian philosophy, this volume provides accurate and philosophically astute translations from the writings of eight important and influential Korean Confucian thinkers of the premodern period.

The general Introduction offers brief sketches of each thinker, his place within the tradition, and his most important contributions. Selections are complete and annotated to enhance accessibility. Each selection is introduced by an overview of the work. A substantial Bibliography includes both primary sources consulted and suggested further readings in English.