Jo Jeonggwon made his official literary debut in 1970 when “Blackboard” (Heukpan) and other poems were recommended for publication in Contemporary Poetics (Hyeondae sihak).
In his works, the poet throws himself into violent conflict with his subjects, and writes with a clear suppleness deriving from his confrontational style.
His poetic journey, beginning with his early poem "Him" (Strength) up to "Sanjeongmyoji" reveals the poet's artistic vitality and pliable sensibility.
[5] The linked poems of "Sanjeongmyoji" feature images of a mountain shimmering in the cold of the winter and the dynamic ascent of the poet's sturdy spirit.
This truth-seeking climb dealt with in this work metaphorically attempts to reach the summit through perseverance free from the idle rest of the mundane world.