"Just a few decades ago, the Koreans were an impoverished, agricultural people. In one generation they moved from the fields to Silicon Valley. The nature and v
In this absorbing and enlightening account, Breen provides compelling insight into the history and character of one of the most important yet least understood c
Brazinsky explains why South Korea was one of the few postcolonial nations that achieved rapid economic development and democratization by the end of the twenti
The rise of South Korea is one of the most unexpected and inspirational developments of the latter part of our century. A few decades ago, the Koreans were an i
South Korea has been quietly growing into a major economic force, even challenging Japan in some industries. This growth may be seen as an example of "late indu