Concise History of Korea From The Neolithic Period Through The Nineteenth Century

This engaging text provides a concise history of Korea from the beginning of human settlement in the region through the late nineteenth century, equally emphasizing social, cultural, and political history. Students will be especially drawn to descriptions of everyday life for both elite and non-elite members of society during various historical periods. A Concise History of Korea emphasizes how Korean history can be understood as part of an interactive sphere that includes three basic areas: China, Japan, and the Manchurian/Central Asian region. Historical maps illustrate the changes in the region over time. The annotated bibliography of works in English is a useful addition to this clear and comprehensive Korean history.Seth, Michael J. is the author of 'Concise History of Korea From The Neolithic Period Through The Nineteenth Century', published 2006 under ISBN 9780742540057 and ISBN 0742540057.