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한국학중앙연구원 장서각에 소장된 조선왕실 도서 중 문화재적 가치뿐만 아니라, 기록성과 예술성이 뛰어난 자료를 주제별로 선별한 후 외국인이 이해할 수 있도록 영어로 발간한 책이다.

Jangseogak Archives Masterpieces is an illustrated catalog of carefully selected objects stored within the Jangseogak Archives. Originally published to accompany the 2009 Jangseogak Special Exhibition, it has been revised and translated into English. Originally based on the grand project of Emperor Gojong (r. 1863 - 1907) aiming to establish a new imperial library, the Jangseogak Archives is now the home to various documents, especially various sources of the Joseon Dynasty, such as the various Royal Protocols (uigwe), genealogical records, rubbings of tomb inscriptions and military records. Jangseogak has also meticulously collected and preserved rare books from the decedents of the Joseon scholar families. Featuring more than 120 objects, beautifully photographed and supplemented by the latest scholarship, the work will be a splendid introduction not only to the Jangseogak itself but also to various sources of Korea.