Baekbeomilji: The Autobiography of Kim Gu | Korean History Bedtime Story

Drift into a peaceful sleep as we journey back in time to the stirring life of Kim Gu, a monumental figure in Korean history. Tonight's episode of Slow Night, Ancient Tales brings you the calm and reflective narration of Baekbeomilji, his legendary autobiography.Written initially as a heartfelt will to his young sons while leading the Korean Provisional Government in exile, this memoir captures his journey from a young boy in Hwanghae Province navigating a rigid social class system, to his awakening in the Donghak movement, and ultimately, his unwavering, lifelong dedication to his country's independence.Let the profound and earnest words of Baekbeom—"an ordinary person" who harbored extraordinary dreams for his nation—gently guide you through the night. His wish for a truly independent and culturally rich nation leaves a gentle, lingering resonance that transcends eras.Close your eyes, relax your mind, and let the quiet echoes of ancient tales become your lullaby. Good night.