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The Politics of South Korea: A Comprehensive Introduction Paperback – 15 October 2024
by Ji Young Choi (Editor)
"Superbly written and covering all of the major issues, this is an excellent introduction to South Korea's politics, economy, and international relations." ―Yong-Chool Ha, University of Washington
"Engaging, timely, and insightful: this accessible book presents the most up-to-date and detailed illustration of South Korea's politics, economy, society, culture, and foreign relations.” ―Soyoung Kwon, George Mason University Korea
Once an impoverished, autocratic country, in just a few decades South Korea has transformed itself into a vibrant democracy with a highly developed economy. Using a comparative perspective to look at the factors behind South Korea's dynamism, Ji Young Choi provides a comprehensive, balanced, and accessible introduction to the country's politics, economy, and international relations. He also considers the political and economic history of North Korea in the context of inter-Korean relations.
CONTENTS:
- Why Study South Korea?
- The Impact of History.
- The Long Road from Dictatorship to Democracy.
- The Challenges of Democratic Transition and Consolidation.
- Economic Development and Financial Crisis.
- The Culture Industry and the Fourth Industrial Revolution.
- The Evolving Dynamics of Foreign Relations.
- Grappling with North Korea.
- South Korea at a Crossroads.
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