Introduction 6
Chapter 1
ISLAND OF TREASURES 10
Jeju, Through a Poet’s Eyes
Chapter 2
ISLAND OF NATURE 36
Defined by Nature / Forged by Fire, Turned to Stone / Gotjawal: The Lungs of Jeju / Relationship with Water / Flora and Fauna / Jeju’s Ecological Future
Chapter 3
ISLAND OF WOMEN 64
Jeju Women: Who They Are / The Two Axes of Female Society on Jeju Island / Tracing the Origins of Jeju’s Women / Women of Modesty and Charity
Chapter 4
ISLAND OF WILL 86
A History of Misfortune, Banishment, and Suffering / Anti-Mongolian Resistance and Subjugation / Joseon Dynasty: Exiles and Rebellions / Japanese Occupation and Resistance Movement / April 3rd Uprising
Chapter 5
ISLAND OF LONGEVITY 108