Jeong Yak-yong
Jeong Yak-yong was a philosopher, poet, engineer, politician and writer (1762–1836). He was born at Gwangju.
Also recorded as Kwinong (cha); Sammi (ho); Songbo (cha); Chŏng Yag-yong; Tasan (ho); Yoyudang (ho).
Overview
Also worked under the name 다산.
Born at Gwangju in 1762, died in 1836.
In detail
the recorded working language is Korean.
Yi Ik is recorded as an influence.
Chronology
- 1762Jeong Yak-yong born at Gwangju.
- 1836Jeong Yak-yong died.
Sources
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“Chŏng Yagyong”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading
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Wikidata, structured authority record Q256246: Jeong Yak-yong
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