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Korea Old And New: A History
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This Fullscale Presentation Of The General History Of Korea Not Only Provides A Detailed Treatment Of The Post1945 Period, But Describes At Length The Traditional Historicalcultural Milieu From Which Modern Korea Has Developed.This Century Has Witnessed A Multiplicity Of Both Domestic And External Factors That Have Resulted Either In Tendentious History Or In Emphasis Badly Skewed Toward Such Dramatic Events As The Korean War Or South Koreas Remarkable Economic Successes. Korea Old And New Presents A More Balanced Survey. Its Coverage Of Traditional Korea Emphasizes Cultural Developments Not Merely As Isolated Expressions Of The Creative Spirit Of The People But As Integrally Related To Koreas Political, Social, And Economic History. The Books Preponderant Concern Is With The Tumultuous Modern Era, And Six Academic Specialists Provide A Wideangle View Of Each Distinct Period. The Authors Succeed In Elucidating The Past While Providing New Understanding Of The Vast Changes That Have Taken Place In This Ancient Nation.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Korea Old and New: A History'? A: The book provides a comprehensive overview of Korea's history, emphasizing both the post-1945 period and the traditional historical and cultural context that shaped modern Korea.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Korea Old and New: A History' is Carter J. Eckert.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book contains 464 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on August 14, 1991.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic studies? A: Yes, the book includes contributions from six academic specialists, making it suitable for both casual readers and academic studies.
- Q: Does the book cover the Korean War? A: Yes, the book addresses various significant events, including the Korean War, within its broader historical context.
- Q: What era does the book primarily focus on? A: While it covers traditional Korea, the book primarily focuses on the tumultuous modern era of Korea.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is being sold in new condition.
- Q: Can this book help in understanding Korea's cultural development? A: Yes, the book emphasizes cultural developments as interconnected with Korea’s political, social, and economic history.