The Offers and Purchases of Chinese Books during the Early Chosun Dynasty: Focusing on the Contents of The Annals of The Chosun Dynasty

조선 전기 중국 서적의 사입(賜入)과 구입 - 『조선왕조실록(朝鮮王朝實錄)』의 수록 내용을 중심으로

The purpose of this study is to compare the books exchange between china and Joseon dynasty. Books, ancient and modern are an essential part to publish, propagate, administer the books which is a matter of grave concern among nations. Also they are the most important information and the symbol of the government power. As a result the rulers had brought many necessary books from China and it is a national policy to govern in Joson dynasty. This study will discuss the introduction of chinese books from the Annals of the Joson Dynasty, especially from the first king of the Joson Dynasty, Yi Seong-gye to the ninth king. At that times, Joson Dynasty had attempted to reign various policies. So many books related with the absolute authority of China. In accordance with the book classification method in ancient china, they are have been categorized. Furthermore, it should have been a important clue to check the influence by being brought many books from China.