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Land of the Morning Calm: Why Korea Is Really the Morning Bright
'Land of the Morning Calm' is a mistranslation. Joseon, Korea's ancient name, actually means 'morning freshness.' A linguistic and historical investigation.
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Land of the Morning Calm
What is Land of the Morning Calm?
Poetic nickname for Korea, drawn from the translation of the Joseon dynasty's name.
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