Presenting the richness of Korean civilization from early state formation to the jarring transformations resulting in two distinctive trajectories of modern development; this book introduces the country's major historical events; patterns; and debates. Organised both chronologically and thematically; it explores recurring themes such as Korean identity; external influence; and family and gender. This lively narrative assumes no prior knowledge; inviting readers to appreciate both the distinctiveness and universality of Korean history; while integrating it into East Asian history more broadly.Fully revised throughout; this second edition explores recent developments in Korean history and places greater emphasis on historiography; with each chapter including extensive discussion of how the events and themes under consideration have been viewed up to the present day.
#444821 in Books Cengage Learning 2013-01-01Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.75 x .75 x 8.00l; 2.40 #File Name: 1133606474600 pages
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. A very good book for college course or for self reading if affordable.By ChesterThe text was very useful during my Asian History course. Compared to other history textbooks; detail was made in a variety of aspects of Japan and China throughout the dynasties. My only compliant would be the lack of neighbirng countries. Some are mentioned; but China and Japan make the majority of the text.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Exactly what I needed.By NicThis textbook is exactly what I needed for my HIST 105 class. The front cover was bent in a few places and the binding was scraped; which I'm fine with; I mean it's just a rental.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy Customergreat shape.
