Description: Korea: The Impossible Country by Daniel Tudor In just fifty years, South Korea has transformed itself from a failed state, ruined and partitioned by war and decades of colonial rule, into an economic powerhouse and a democracy that serves as a model for other countries. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description In just fifty years, South Korea has transformed itself from a failed state, ruined and partitioned by war and decades of colonial rule, into an economic powerhouse and a democracy that serves as a model for other countries. How was it able to achieve this with no natural resources and a tradition of authoritarian rule? Who are the Koreans and how did they accomplish this second Asian miracle? Through a comprehensive exploration of Korean history, culture and society, and interviews with dozens of experts, celebrated journalist Daniel Tudor seeks answers to these and many other fascinating questions. In Korea: The Impossible Country, Tudor touches on topics as diverse as shamanism, clan-ism, the dilemma posed by North Korea, and the growing international appeal of South Korean pop culture.This new edition has been updated with additional materials on recent events, including the impeachment of Park Geun-hye and the sinking of the Sewol Ferry. Although South Korea has long been overshadowed by Japan and China, Korea: The Impossible Country illuminates how this small country is one of the great success stories of the postwar period.Daniel Tudor covers all the important issues, yet does not simply tell the more familiar stories, but looks deeper and wider to give the full story of Korea today. - Martin Uden, Former British Ambassador to South Korea Author Biography Daniel Tudor is from Manchester, England, and graduated with a BA in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics from Oxford University. He has lived in Seoul for a many years and served as Korea Correspondent for The Economist from 2010-2013. The first edition of Korea: The Impossible Country received high praise and has been translated into Korean, Chinese, Polish, and Thai. His subsequent book, North Korea Confidential (with James Pearson), was selected by The Economist as one of the best books of 2015. He is also co-founder of Seoul-based The Booth Brewing Company. Review "Tudor, Seoul correspondent for The Economist, provides a fairly perfunctory account of the miracle on the Han River, which saw South Korea transformed from postwar ruin to prosperous democracy within four decades. The books real value comes in its exploration of the cultural forces behind the countrys zeal for self-improvement." --Financial Times"Sixty years ago, South Korea was an economic wasteland. Today, it is not only the worlds 11th largest economy but also a vibrant democracy and an emerging cultural force. This transformation is the subject of a new book, Korea: The Impossible Country, by Daniel Tudor, Korea correspondent for The Economist." --Time Magazine"Mr. Tudor pushes into new social and economic territory with his book, including the rising role of immigrants, multicultural families and even gay people in South Korea. He lays out some of the contradictory behavior one finds in South Korea, such as the unending desire for new and trendy gadgets and fashion and yet the tunnel-like view of what constitutes a successful life." --Wall Street Journal Long Description In just fifty years, South Korea has transformed itself from a failed state, ruined and partitioned by war and decades of colonial rule, into an economic powerhouse and a democracy that serves as a model for other countries. How was it able to achieve this with no natural resources and a tradition of authoritarian rule? Who are the Koreans and how did they accomplish this second Asian miracle? Through a comprehensive exploration of Korean history, culture and society, and interviews with dozens of experts, celebrated journalist Daniel Tudor seeks answers to these and many other fascinating questions. In Korea: The Impossible Country, Tudor touches on topics as diverse as shamanism, clan-ism, the dilemma posed by North Korea, and the growing international appeal of South Korean pop culture. This new edition has been updated with additional materials on recent events, including the impeachment of Park Geun-hye and the sinking of the Sewol Ferry. Although South Korea has long been overshadowed by Japan and China, Korea: The Impossible Country illuminates how this small country is one of the great success stories of the postwar period. Daniel Tudor covers all the important issues, yet does not simply tell the more familiar stories, but looks deeper and wider to give the full story of Korea today. -- Martin Uden, Former British Ambassador to South Korea Review Quote "Written with affection and deep knowledge, Daniel Tudors book fills a huge gap in our understanding of one of Asias least known countries. His engaging narrative overturns the stereotypes by depicting a society which, though full of stresses, strains and contradictions, has overcome poverty and dictatorship to become a prosperous democracy. South Koreas transformation into a vibrant, modern state is, as he says, a story that deserves to be better known. Tudor has done the impossible country"" a service by opening its secrets to the world."" -- David Pilling, Asia Editor, Financial Times " Description for Sales People New edition of the bestselling book on the South Korean "miracle" and the people who created it Revised with new current events including the Park impeachment and the Sewol Ferry sinking A firsthand, comprehensive look at South Korea and Koreans by a journalist who has lived there for many years Based on interviews conducted with Korean experts in all walks of life Covers everything from doing business in Korea to its love of the new, and from the twin miracles of its economic success and democratization to the growing international appeal of its pop culture Details ISBN0804846391 Pages 336 Publisher Tuttle Publishing Year 2018 ISBN-10 0804846391 ISBN-13 9780804846394 Format Paperback Imprint Tuttle Publishing Place of Publication Boston Country of Publication United States Replaces 9780804842525 Subtitle South Koreas Amazing Rise from the Ashes: The Inside Story of an Economic, Political and Cultural Phenomenon DEWEY 951.9505 Short Title Korea: the Impossible Country Language English Publication Date 2018-12-01 NZ Release Date 2018-12-01 US Release Date 2018-12-01 UK Release Date 2018-12-01 Illustrations 28 colour photos Author Daniel Tudor Audience General AU Release Date 2018-11-12 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. 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ISBN-13: 9780804846394
Book Title: Korea: The Impossible Country
Item Height: 203 mm
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Author: Daniel Tudor
Publication Name: Korea: The Impossible Country: South Korea's Amazing Rise from the Ashes: The Inside Story of an Economic, Political and Cultural Phenomenon
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
Subject: Economics, Government, History
Publication Year: 2018
Type: Textbook
Number of Pages: 336 Pages
