A "Meet the Author: Book Concert" featuring Ryu Seok-ryul, former Professor of Sociology at Yonsei University, and Jeong Kwang-je, former Chairman of the Syngman Rhee Academy (currently a columnist for the Korea-US-Japan Daily), will be held on Friday, the 20th, at 6 PM in Room 535, Doosan Weve Pavilion, Jongno-gu, Seoul.

A special book concert will be held by two authors who view history and society with a deep perspective.

A "Meet the Author: Book Concert" featuring Ryu Seok-ryul, former Professor of Sociology at Yonsei University, and Jeong Kwang-je, former Chairman of the Syngman Rhee Academy (pen name 松山, currently a columnist for the Korea-US-Japan Daily), will be held on Friday, the 20th, at 6 PM in Room 535, Doosan Weve Pavilion, Jongno-gu, Seoul.

This event is designed as an opportunity to directly communicate with readers, focusing on the works of the two authors who cover key figures and history of Korea's modern and contemporary times.

Ryu Seok-ryul's book, "Syngman Rhee: The Leader Who Ran Through Time" (3 volumes), is a work that analyzes the life and achievements of Syngman Rhee, the founding president, from multiple angles, shedding light on the historical context and leadership of the era.

Jeong Kwang-je's book, "Joseon, Which Became a Myth," delves into the gap between common perceptions and records surrounding the Joseon Dynasty, presenting a new perspective on history.

This book concert is planned to go beyond a simple author lecture, taking the form of a discussion where the two authors will freely share opinions with readers on the historical issues covered in their respective books.

An event official stated, "This will be a valuable opportunity for citizens who wish to deeply understand the roots of our history and the process of modernization," adding, "It will be a chance to encounter behind-the-scenes stories not included in the books, through the vivid voices of the authors."

◆ Event Overview

Date and Time: Friday, March 20, 2026, 6 PM - 9 PM

Location: Room 535, Doosan Weve Pavilion, 81 Sambong-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul

Attendees: Ryu Seok-ryul (Author of 'Syngman Rhee: The Leader Who Ran Through Time'), Jeong Kwang-je (Author of 'Joseon, Which Became a Myth')

Reporter Lim Yo-hee