Baekbeomilji: EP05. The Secret War in Shanghai: The Life of Kim Gu | Ancient Tales for a Peaceful Night

Welcome to Slow Night, Ancient Tales. Tonight, we delve into the soul-stirring memoirs of a legendary leader in Korean history, Kim Gu, through his work "Baekbeomilji" (The Diary of Baekbeom).Written during the turbulent years of the Korean Provisional Government in Shanghai and Chongqing, these excerpts reveal the heavy burden of leadership, the shadows of the independence movement, and a man's humble reflection on life and death. Let the calm narration lead you through the misty streets of old Shanghai and the quiet corridors of history as you drift into a deep, restful sleep.Tonight’s Story includes:The motive behind writing the memoirs in Chongqing (1942).Hidden stories of spies and secret feuds in the French Concession.A patriot’s honest thoughts on the "luxury of dying."Relax, close your eyes, and listen to the echoes of a forgotten era.