{"product_id":"9781666958935","title":"Understanding Contemporary Korean Culture Tradition, Modernity, and Identity","description":"\u003ch1\u003eUnderstanding Contemporary Korean Culture\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTradition, Modernity, and Identity\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAndrew Eungi Kim\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eSocial Science \/ Ethnic Studies \/ Asian Studies\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSymbols, language, norms, beliefs, and values: these components make up cultural analysis, and this book examines these aspects of Korean culture.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWidely recognized as the core building blocks of every society, these five elements provide a meaningful entry point for understanding both the enduring traditions and ongoing transformations of Korean culture in historical and contemporary contexts. Organized into six chapters, this book adopts these five components as its guiding structure, offering a systematic exploration of their manifestations in Korean society, cultural identity, and dynamics. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExamining the symbolic power of national emblems such as, the flag, the national flower, and the tiger as a cultural icon, Andrew Eungi Kim discusses the role of symbols and the Korean language as both a repository of heritage and a medium of modern expression. He explores the social norms that regulate behavior and interaction in Korea. Unpacking the beliefs that shape spiritualand philosophical outlooks as well as the values that embody guiding principles and desirable goals, this book reflects on what Koreans consider most meaningful in life. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBy interweaving these five elements, the book highlights the dynamic interplay between Korea's historical roots and contemporary transformations, presenting readers with a clear and accessible framework for engaging with one of the world's most vibrant cultures.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAndrew Eungi Kim\u003c\/b\u003e is Professor in the Division of International Studies at Korea University, South Korea. He previously served as Dean of both the Graduate School of International Studies and the Division of International Studies at the same institution.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePublication Date: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e04 February 2027\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePublisher: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBloomsbury Academic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImprint: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBloomsbury Academic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eISBN-13: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9781666958935\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFormat: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardback\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePage Count: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e208\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight (oz): \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17.76\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Bloomsbury Academic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51333866651788,"sku":"9781666958935","price":108.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/9545\/1788\/files\/getimage_a5e9dafd-25a1-4404-b6ab-fe558417a6a1.jpg?v=1783617272","url":"https:\/\/fh90cf-fv.myshopify.com\/products\/9781666958935","provider":"Late Knight Books and Services, LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}