Transforming Korean Politics - Democracy, Reform, and Culture (Paperback, New)

Over the past fifteen years, South Korea has transformed itself from an authoritarian government into a new democracy with a vibrant capitalist economy. Modernization, democratization, and globalization have played important roles in this transformation, and have greatly influenced the programs and policies of Korea's Sixth Republic. Covering developments through the 2003 elections, this book shows how the South Korean government and society have been shaped not only by the dynamics of these forces, but also by their interaction with the cultural norms of a post-Confucian society. The author provides a conceptual framework and baseline for examining political developments in Korea, and offers an analysis of the factors that are transforming Korean institutions, society, and politics. He discusses the forces shaping Korea's political economy and the performance of successive ROK governments, and also highlights the challenges faced by the newly elected administration of Roh Moo Huan, the North Korean issue, and more.

General

Imprint:	Routledge
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	March 2004
First published:	2005
Authors:	Young Whan Kihl
Dimensions:	234 x 156 x 23mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	422
Edition:	New
ISBN-13:	978-0-7656-1428-5
Categories:	Books > Social sciences > Politics & government > General
LSN:	0-7656-1428-6
Barcode:	9780765614285

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