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Publication
Basic Books (2001), Edition: Rev. & upd., 560 pages
Description
"Ever since Korea was first divided at the end of World War II, the tension between its northern and southern halves has riveted-and threatened to embroil-the rest of the world. In this landmark history, now thoroughly revised and updated in conjunction with Korea expert Robert Carlin, veteran journalist Don Oberdorfer grippingly describes how a historically homogenous people became locked in a perpetual struggle for supremacy-and how they might yet be reconciled"-- "A new edition of the definitive overview of contemporary Korean history, updated with new material to account for recent, dramatic events"--
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LibraryThing member cwhouston
This book provides excellent and engaging coverage of the political history of the two states since the split, with particular reference to their relationship with each other, the USSR, China and the USA. This is rather detailed in some places and there is very little coverage of the social and
In summary, the 'Two Koreas' is authoritative and is, perhaps surprisingly, an entertaining read but is not a 'one-stop shop' for anyone seeking a complete history of the peninsula.
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economic history of the two nations. The war in the 50s, earlier Korean history, religion or culture are not explored in any depth.In summary, the 'Two Koreas' is authoritative and is, perhaps surprisingly, an entertaining read but is not a 'one-stop shop' for anyone seeking a complete history of the peninsula.
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LibraryThing member xuebi
Oberdorfer writes here a comprehensive and detailed modern history of North and South Korea, their relations both domestic and foreign, and the transformations both countries have undergone since the Second World War.
Though this book is somewhat outdated, particularly concerning North Korean
Though this book is somewhat outdated, particularly concerning North Korean
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leadership changes, it is still a useful scholarly resource to obtain an understanding of twentieth century Korean history, regardless of which Korea one is interested in. Show Less
Language
Original language
English
Physical description
560 p.; 6.25 inches
ISBN
0465051626 / 9780465051625
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