KLN Vol. 55 features an essay on classical Korean literature titled “Gungnyeo: The Palace Women.” Through literary works including Ojuyeonmunjang-jeonsango (A collection of writings on various topics by Oju), Hanjungnok (The Memoirs of Lady Hyegyeong), Hyebingungilgi (Palace journal of the Crown Princess Hyebin), and Gungnyeosa (The song of the gungnyeo), this piece introduces the historical and cultural significance of gungnyeo (all women residing in the palace who were not members of the royal family) in Korean history from various perspectives, offering insights into the cultural definition of gungnyeo, their entry into palace, promotion, lives, status, and perspectives.