Korea In Transition (1909) - James Scarth Gale - Bog

Korea In Transition is a historical book written by James Scarth Gale in 1909. The book provides an in-depth account of Korea's transition from a traditional feudal society to a modern nation-state. It covers the period from the late 19th century to the early 20th century, when Korea was undergoing significant political, social, and economic changes.The book begins by examining the political situation in Korea during the late 1800s, when the country was still under the rule of the Joseon dynasty. It then goes on to discuss the impact of Western imperialism on Korea, particularly the influence of Japan and the United States. The book also covers the social and cultural changes that were taking place in Korea during this period, including the rise of nationalism and the emergence of new social classes.Throughout the book, Gale provides detailed analysis of the various political and social movements that were shaping Korea's future. He also offers insights into the key figures who were involved in these movements, including King Gojong, Emperor Meiji of Japan, and various Korean nationalists.Overall, Korea In Transition is an important historical document that provides a fascinating look at a pivotal period in Korean history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Korean history, politics, and culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.