Corea or Cho-sen: The Land of the Morning Calm


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Arnold Henry Savage Landor's book 'Corea or Cho-sen: The Land of the Morning Calm' is a fascinating and detailed account of his travels through Korea in the late 19th century. Landor's vivid descriptions and keen observations provide readers with a deep insight into the culture, history, and daily life of the Korean people during this time. His literary style is both informative and engaging, making this book a valuable resource for those interested in Korean studies and travel literature of the period. With its detailed narratives and rich cultural analysis, 'Corea or Cho-sen' stands out as a significant work in the genre of travel writing. Arnold Henry Savage Landor's personal experiences and interactions with the locals undoubtedly influenced the thoroughness and authenticity of his descriptions in this book. His background as an explorer and artist equipped him with the skills necessary to bring Korea to life on the pages of his book. I highly recommend 'Corea or Cho-sen: The Land of the Morning Calm' to readers who are interested in delving into the history and culture of Korea through the eyes of a knowledgeable and perceptive traveler.




Corea


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The Evolution of Worlds


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Land of Morning Calm


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This book introduces the culture and traditions of Korea, from ancient times to the present.




Brief Encounters


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This anthology is a compilation of Westerners’ accounts of their visits to Korea, originally published in books or newspapers before the country opened its doors in the late nineteenth century. The opening of Korea made it possible to explore the country in detail and write detailed accounts. Prior impressions were garnered mostly from brief visits to remote islands along the coast. The accounts published here are mainly anecdotal, and contain many generalizations. However, the accumulated impressions of these early encounters surely influenced the perspectives of later travelers, and help explain the overwhelmingly negative image of Korea that Western governments harbored at the time. The book can serve as a useful resource for studying Korea’s early interactions with the outside world, and will give readers an idea of the criteria by which Westerners judged the foreign “other.”







Historical Dictionary of the Republic of Korea


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The Korean Peninsula lies at the strategic heart of East Asia, between China, Russia, and Japan, and has been influenced in different ways and at different times by all three of them. Across the Pacific lies the United State, which has also had a major influence on the peninsula since the first encounters in the mid-nineteenth century. Faced by such powerful neighbors, the Koreans have had to struggle hard to maintain their political and cultural identity. The result has been to create a fiercely independent people. If they have from time to time been divided, the pressures towards unification have always proved strong. This third edition of Historical Dictionary of the Republic of Korea covers its history through a chronology, an introductory essay, appendixes, and an extensive bibliography. The dictionary section has over 500 cross-referenced entries on important personalities, politics, economy, foreign relations, religion, and culture. This book is an excellent access point for students, researchers, and anyone wanting to know more about the Republic of Korea.







Geography and Travels


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