The Development of Modern South Korea provides a comprehensive analysis of South Korean modernization by examining the dimensions of state formation, capitalist development and nationalism. Taking a comparative and interdisciplinary approach this book highlights the most characteristic features of South Korean modernity in relation to its historical conditions, institution traditions and cultural values paying particular attention to Korean's pre-modern civilization.
| ISBN: | 9780415547000 |
| Publication date: | 21st May 2009 |
| Author: | Kyong Ju Kim |
| Publisher: | Routledge an imprint of Taylor & Francis Ltd |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Pagination: | 242 pages |
| Series: | Routledge Advances in Korean Studies |
| Genres: |
Regional / International studies Politics and government |