Park Sang-jin: The Secret of the Tripitaka Koreana Carved in Wood

*The Secrets of the Tripitaka Koreana Carved in Wood* is a book documenting the historical exploration project of wood scholar Professor Park Sang-jin. It examines the secrets of the Tripitaka Koreana, which have been the subject of numerous theories and speculations, through the lens of science. Considered a supreme cultural heritage, the Tripitaka Koreana is a relic riddled with secrets, with far more hidden than known. In fact, aside from the fact that it was created during the reign of King Gojong of Goryeo to overcome national crises, no accurate historical records remain. Professor Park Sang-jin, an expert in wood histology, analyzes wood fragments detached from the woodblocks to uncover the true nature of the Tripitaka Koreana woodblocks that have long been shrouded in mystery. He recounts the history of the Tripitaka Koreana—from the selection of the blocks to their preservation—revealing aspects we were unaware of or had misunderstood, and tells the hidden stories that records failed to disclose. Following the eyes of wood scholar Professor Park Sang-jin, this book allows readers to encounter the 81,258 histories contained within the Tripitaka Koreana woodblocks.

Korean title: 나무에 새겨진 팔만대장경의 비밀

Korean author: 박상진

Korean publisher: 김영사

ISBN-13: 9788934925439