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A History of Korea

From "Land of the Morning Calm" to States in Conflict

By: Jinwung Kim

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A History of Korea

From "Land of the Morning Calm" to States in Conflict

By: Jinwung Kim

Contemporary North and South Korea are nations of radical contrasts: one a bellicose totalitarian state with a failing economy; the other a peaceful democracy with a strong economy. Yet their people share a common history that extends back more than 3,000 years. In this comprehensive new history of Korea from the prehistoric era to the present day, Jinwung Kim recounts the rich and fascinating story of the political, social, cultural, economic, and diplomatic developments in Korea's long march to the present. He provides a detailed account of the origins of the Korean people and language and the founding of the first walled-town states, along with the advanced civilization that existed in the ancient land of "Unified Silla." Clarifying the often complex history of the Three Kingdoms Period, Kim chronicles the five-century long history of the Choson dynasty, which left a deep impression on Korean culture. From the beginning, China has loomed large in the history of Korea, from the earliest times when the tribes that would eventually make up the Korean nation roamed the vast plains of Manchuria and against whom Korea would soon define itself. Japan, too, has played an important role in Korean history, particularly in the 20th century; Kim tells this story as well, including the conflicts that led to the current divided state. The first detailed overview of Korean history in nearly a quarter century, this volume will enlighten a new generation of students eager to understand this contested region of Asia.

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A History of Korea

From "Land of the Morning Calm" to States in Conflict

By: Jinwung Kim

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A History of Korea

From "Land of the Morning Calm" to States in Conflict

By: Jinwung Kim

A history of the divided region, from prehistoric times to present day, examining at political, social, cultural, economic, and diplomatic developments. Contemporary North and South Korea are nations of radical contrasts: one a bellicose totalitarian state with a failing economy; the other a peaceful democracy with a strong economy. Yet their people share a common history that extends back more than three thousand years. In this comprehensive new history of Korea from the prehistoric era to the present day, Jinwung Kim recounts the rich and fascinating story of the political, social, cultural, economic, and diplomatic developments in Korea’s long march to the present. He provides a detailed account of the origins of the Korean people and language and the founding of the first walled-town states, along with the advanced civilization that existed in the ancient land of “Unified Silla.” Clarifying the often complex history of the Three Kingdoms Period, Kim chronicles the five-century long history of the Choson dynasty, which left a deep impression on Korean culture. From the beginning, China has loomed large in the history of Korea, from the earliest times when the tribes that would eventually make up the Korean nation roamed the vast plains of Manchuria and against whom Korea would soon define itself. Japan, too, has played an important role in Korean history, particularly in the 20th century; Kim tells this story as well, including the conflicts that led to the current divided state. The first detailed overview of Korean history in nearly a quarter century, this volume will enlighten a new generation of students eager to understand this contested region of Asia. “Using the latest sources, including recently declassified Communist documents, Jinwung Kim’s book holds promise of becoming the textbook of choice. Benefiting from his direct and intimate knowledge of the country, he writes with great clarity, providing rich and interesting descriptions of political, social, cultural, economic, and diplomatic developments throughout the history of Korea.” —James I. Matray, California State University, Chico “A clearly written, comprehensive, and impressively detailed work.” —Journal of Asian Studies

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0253000785

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9780253000781

Encyclopedia of the Korean War [3 volumes]

A Political, Social, and Military History

By: Spencer C. Tucker,Jinwung Kim,Michael R. Nichols,Paul G. Pierpaoli Jr.,Priscilla Roberts,Norman R. Zehr

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Encyclopedia of the Korean War [3 volumes]

A Political, Social, and Military History

By: Spencer C. Tucker,Jinwung Kim,Michael R. Nichols,Paul G. Pierpaoli Jr.,Priscilla Roberts,Norman R. Zehr

The most comprehensive reference treatment of "The Forgotten War" to date, this three volume set chronicles its political, social, and military history.

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ABC-CLIO

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1576070298

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9781576070291

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A History of Korea

A History of Korea

A History of Korea

A History of Korea

Encyclopedia of the Korean War [3 volumes]

Encyclopedia of the Korean War [3 volumes]

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