A Concise History of Korea by Michael J. Seth

A Concise History of Korea by Michael J. Seth offers a compact survey of Korean history, from the earliest periods through the modern division of the peninsula and into the present day.

The book traces the long arc of Korean civilisation, its kingdoms and dynasties, its encounters with neighbouring powers, and the transformations of the modern era, including colonisation, war, division and rapid development. Written as an accessible single-volume overview, it balances political narrative with social and cultural history, giving readers a clear framework for understanding both Koreas today.

Key themes readers will explore:

• Korea's early kingdoms and dynastic history
• Korea's relations with China and Japan across the centuries
• Colonisation, war and the division of the peninsula
• The contrasting paths of North and South Korea
• The social and cultural forces behind Korea's modern transformation

Who should read this book: General readers new to Korean history, students of East Asia, and anyone seeking a clear one-volume introduction before reading more specialised works.

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