The History Of Korea (The Greenwood Histories of the Modern Nations) - Softcover
The Koreas are two of the few countries in the East Asian world to successfully maintain political and cultural independence from China. Originated by the Han-Ye-Maek people who had migrated from North China to Manchuria and the Korean peninsula since 2000 BCE, three Korean dynasties-Great Silla, Koryo, and Choson-kept peace and prosperity in the country since the 7th century, nurturing a civilization based on Buddhism, Confucianism and the East Asian world-system. Korea, despite experiencing Japanese dominion and the nation's division, now looks forward to enjoying its prosperity as a member of the global community and to seeing a unified Korea. This volume provides a comprehensive review of Korea's history, from its roots in Neolithic civilization, and the tradition and evolution of nation-building in the traditional East Asian world system, through Korea's global setting in modern times. Also included are a biographical section highlighting famous figures in Korean history, a timeline of important historical events, a glossary of Korean terms, and a bibliographical essay with suggestions for further reading. The historical origin of Korean identity in the East Asian world, Korea's failure to adapt to a changing East Asian world-system, as well as the political division Korea suffered in the second half of the 20th century are discussed. Readers will benefit from the inclusion of direct translations from original classical Chinese and Korean sources by the author. Excellent as a reference tool for students and general readers interested in the history of this unique nation.
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"The book might be a small step for Kim himself, but with the growing number of Korean Americans in each and every sector of the global society, the result could be a gigantic step for the country." - Korea Times "[A] long overdue book that aims to meet the needs of foreigners seeking an easy to understand yet comprehensive volume on Korean history." - The Korea Herald "College undergraduates can look forward to a new textbook...This text offers with surprising dexterity an overview of Korean history from the earliest times through the presidency of Kim Dae Jung...[t]his text should help new students of Korea gain a quick, relatively painless introduction to the highlights of Korea's history." - The Journal of Asian Studies "[P]rovides a comprehensive review of Korea's history from the pre-history period to the former Kim dae-jung government." - Korea Times "[K]ey to understanding Korea's place in the modern world...[s]urveys the social and political changes Korea has experienced over the centuries. Friom the three great Korean dynasties which kept peace starting in the 7th century to the influence of neighboring nations in modern times, readers receive a fine overview." - MBR Bookwatch "[P]rovides middle and high school students and interested adult readers with comprehensive coverage of Korea's history, going back to its roots in Neolithic civilization. Kim discusses everything from tradition and the challenges of building a nation in the East Asian world system to Korea's global setting today." - Multicultural Review "This book provides a review of Korea's history, from its roots in Neolithic civilization and the tradition and evolution of nation building in the traditional East Asian world system, through Korea's global setting in modern times. A timeline is followed by chapters on early history, Korea identity, medieval Korea, Korean tradition and modernization, and Japanese dominion. A biographical section highlighting famous figures in Korea, a glossary of selected terms, and a bibliographical essay are also included." - Reference & Research Book News
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This volume provides a comprehensive review of Korea's history, from its roots in Neolithic civilization, and the tradition and evolution of nation-building in the traditional East Asian world system, to Korea's global setting in modern times. The historical origin of Korean identity in the East Asian world, Korea's failure to adapt to a changing East Asian world system, as well as the political division Korea suffered in the second half of the 20th century, are discussed. Readers will benefit from the inclusion of direct translations from original classical Chinese and Korean sources by the author. This is an excellent reference tool for students and general readers interested in the history of this unique nation. Also included are a biographical section highlighting famous figures in Korean history, a timeline of important historical events, a glossary of Korean terms, and a bibliographical essay with suggestions for further reading.
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- PublisherGreenwood Pub Group
- Publication date2005
- ISBN 10 0313038538
- ISBN 13 9780313038532
- BindingPaperback
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