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A History of the World in 100 Objects
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Interpretations of Shila and Upcoming Discussion on the Secret of Silk
This chapter discusses the differing perspectives on the Shila in Korea, where it represents a proud moment of repelling aggression for those in the South, but is overemphasized historically for those in the North. The chapter explores how interpretations of history can be influenced by geographical location.
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