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- Korea: the Impossible Country : South Korea's Amazing Rise from the Ashes: the Inside Story of an Economic, Political and Cultural Phenomenon
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South Korea has long been overshadowed by Japan and China, but this small country is one of the great national success stories of the postwar period. From a failed tradition, ruined and partitioned by war, and sapped by half-century of colonial rule, South Korea transformed itself in just fifty years into an economic powerhouse and a democracy that serves a model for other countries. How is it able to achieve this, with no natural resources and a tradition of authoritarian rule? Who are the Koreans - and did they accomplish this second Asian miracle? Having accomplished it, what will they do now? Here's the latest review of Korea: The Impossible Country in Oxford University magazine
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Korea: the Impossible Country : South Korea's Amazing Rise from the Ashes: the Inside Story of an Economic, Political and Cultural Phenomenon
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Hardcover
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English
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Asia / Korea
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2012
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"But this is not a history book. Tudor, Seoul correspondent for The Economist , provides a fairly perfunctory account of the "miracle on the Han River", which saw South Korea transformed from postwar ruin to prosperous democracy within four decades. The book's real value comes in its exploration of the cultural forces behind the country's zeal for self-improvement. " "He spends more time analysing the rise of Korean popular culture, which has swept across Asia during the past decade and is now going global with the success of PSY, the rapper whose hit, "Gangnam Style", has become a worldwide internet sensation. Some see PSY's breakthrough as evidence that South Korea is finally establishing itself in the global consciousness as the modern, sassy society it is. That may be true but his satire of life in the rich, fashionable Gangnam district of Seoul also reflects unease over the rising social divisions charted in Tudor's book."- Financial Times "Sixty years ago, South Korea was an economic wasteland. Today, it is not only the world's 11th largest economy, but also a vibrant democracy and an emerging cultural force. This transformation is the subject of a new book, Korea: The Impossible Country , by Daniel Tudor, Korea correspondent for the Economist . He argues that, thanks in part to its neighbors, South Korea is all too often overlooked. A pity, he says, since "South Koreans have written the most unlikely and impressive story of nation-building of the last century.""- Time Magazine "Daniel Tudor is one of the most influential foreign correspondents in South Korea-and one of the least known. As the reporter for the Economist , which doesn't use bylines, most of his work is published anonymously. But Mr. Tudor's profile is about to take a sharp rise with the publication of his new book, Korea: The Impossible Country. Mr. Tudor pushes into new social and economic territory with his book, including the rising role of immigrants, multicultural families and even gay people in South Korea. He lays out some of the contradictory behavior one finds in South Korea, such as the unending desire for new and trendy gadgets and fashion and yet the tunnel-like view of what constitutes a successful life."- Wall Street Journal, Mr. Tudor pushes into new social and economic territory with his book, including the rising role of immigrants, multicultural families and even gay people in South Korea. He lays out some of the contradictory behavior one finds in South Korea, such as the unending desire for new and trendy gadgets and fashion and yet the tunnel-like view of what constitutes a successful life." - Wall Street Journal, "Tudor's Korea: The Impossible Country is a fascinating overview of daily life in Korea. Tudor's in-depth analysis is the one of an insider who has never lost sight of the view from the outside. His book helps you feel comfortable right from your first visit in Korea." - David Syz, Swiss Secretary of State for Economic Affairs, Daniel Tudor is one of the most influential foreign correspondents in South Korea-and one of the least known. As the reporter for the Economist , which doesn't use bylines, most of his work is published anonymously. But Mr. Tudor's profile is about to take a sharp rise with the publication of his new book, Korea: The Impossible Country.|9780804842525|, With a new generation every five years, it's hard to keep up with Korea. This book is long overdue but Daniel Tudor has done a magnificent job filling the gap. Not only has he captured the new Korea, but he does so in an effortless style that leaves the|9780804842525|, "Tudor, Seoul correspondent for The Economist , provides a fairly perfunctory account of the "miracle on the Han River", which saw South Korea transformed from postwar ruin to prosperous democracy within four decades. The book's real value comes in its exploration of the cultural forces behind the country's zeal for self-improvement." - Financial Times, "Sixty years ago, South Korea was an economic wasteland. Today, it is not only the world's 11th largest economy but also a vibrant democracy and an emerging cultural force. This transformation is the subject of a new book, Korea: The Impossible Country , by Daniel Tudor, Korea correspondent for the Economist .'" -- Time Magazine, "Daniel Tudor covers all the important issues, yet does not simply tell the more familiar stories but looks deeper and wider to give the full story of Korea today."-Martin Uden, Former British Ambassador to South Korea "Offering fascinating insight into the role of women in South Korea, [Daniel Tudor] makes a strong economic case for why women's lives have been changing and why the pace of change will increase."-Cherie Blair, Leading Human Rights lawyer and founder of the Cherie Blair Foundation for Women "As a Korean entertainer and the head of an entertainment company, I've been representing my country for the past 18 years. I've always been curious about how foreigners perceived my country. At last, a book that answers all my questions is out. Korea: The Impossible Country is critical at times but you also feel Daniel Tudor's love and enthusiasm for this country all the way through. Hope this can be another great introduction to our country and our culture."-Park Jin-young, owner of the Korean label JYP, "Books on Korea are a plenty, but few seem to really get beyond kimchi and k-pop and deal with some of the less often-discussed topics that affect Koreans on a daily basis. We were therefore interested to hear that Daniel Tudor, the Economist's Korea Correspondent, has a book coming out later this month that really delves deep into South Korean contemporary society. […]the book portrays Korea from a comprehensive and fascinating angle that's worth sharing with our readers."-KoreaBang.com "With a new generation every five years, it's hard to keep up with Korea. This book is long overdue but Daniel Tudor has done a magnificent job filling the gap. Not only has he captured the new Korea, but he does so in an effortless style that leaves the reader wanting more."-Michael Breen, author of The Koreans "Written with affection and deep knowledge, Daniel Tudor's book fills a huge gap in our understanding of one of Asia's least known countries. His engaging narrative overturns the stereotypes by depicting a society which, though full of stresses, strains and contradictions, has overcome poverty and dictatorship to become a prosperous democracy. South Korea's transformation into a vibrant, modern state is, as he says, a story that deserves to be better known. Tudor has done the "impossible country" a service by opening its secrets to the world."-David Pilling, Asia Editor, Financial Times "Daniel Tudor covers all the important issues, yet does not simply tell the more familiar stories but looks deeper and wider to give the full story of Korea today."-Martin Uden, Former British Ambassador to South Korea "Offering fascinating insight into the role of women in South Korea, [Daniel Tudor] makes a strong economic case for why women's lives have been changing and why the pace of change will increase."-Cherie Blair, Leading Human Rights lawyer and founder of the Cherie Blair Foundation for Women "As a Korean entertainer and the head of an entertainment company, I've been representing my country for the past 18 years. I've always been curious about how foreigners perceived my country. At last, a book that answers all my questions is out. Korea: The Impossible Country is critical at times but you also feel Daniel Tudor's love and enthusiasm for this country all the way through. Hope this can be another great introduction to our country and our culture."-Park Jin-young, owner of the Korean label JYP, "Recommended for expats and any readers who are keen to learn more about Asian cultures, Korea: The Impossible Country is a wellresearched and authoritative window into a country and its people." - The Expat Magazine, "Written with affection and deep knowledge, Daniel Tudor's book fills a huge gap in our understanding of one of Asia's least known countries. His engaging narrative overturns the stereotypes by depicting a society which, though full of stresses, strains and contradictions, has overcome poverty and dictatorship to become a prosperous democracy. South Korea's transformation into a vibrant, modern state is, as he says, a story that deserves to be better known. Tudor has done the "impossible country" a service by opening its secrets to the world."-David Pilling, Asia Editor, Financial Times, "[à ] author of this extremely readable perspective on Korea gives a rare fair treatment of his subject matter as well as showing his deep affection, or the Korean "jeong" (as explained in the book, deep inter-affection) for it. [à ] His dynamic narrative richly blends in his interviews with contemporary Koreans and is refreshing."- The Korea Times "But South Korea has enormous strategic importance: some 28,000 American servicemen are stationed there, holding off the North Korean military threat and a rising Chinese one. This year, Seoul slid into the news when a rapper's music video went viral. But despite a few wrong-headed attempts to find cultural commentary in "Gangnam Style," illumination of the fascinating country was limited. Tudor has demonstrated that South Korea has far more going on that is worth exploring."- The New Republic "This superb book charts the improbable rise of South Korea from the devastation of war and impoverishment to rapid development and prosperity, and from brutal dictatorship to the most vibrant democracy in Asia … Tudor sparkles in explaining Korean cultural concepts and values, and its deep social, generational and political divisions. He writes well and has an eye for the quirky detail while charting changing norms in sex, divorce and gender equality. Learning about Korea has never been more entertaining ."- Japan Times, Tudor's Korea: The Impossible Country is a fascinating overview of daily life in Korea. Tudor's in-depth analysis is the one of an insider who has never lost sight of the view from the outside. His book helps you feel comfortable right from your f|9780804842525|, "Recommended for expats and any readers who are keen to learn more about Asian cultures, Korea: The Impossible Country is a well-researched and authoritative window into a country and its people." #8212 The Expat, "Tudor, Seoul correspondent for The Economist , provides a fairly perfunctory account of the "miracle on the Han River", which saw South Korea transformed from postwar ruin to prosperous democracy within four decades. The book's real value comes in its exploration of the cultural forces behind the country's zeal for self-improvement." -- Financial Times, "Written with affection and deep knowledge, Daniel Tudor's book fills a huge gap in our understanding of one of Asia's least known countries. His engaging narrative overturns the stereotypes by depicting a society which, though full of stresses, strains and contradictions, has overcome poverty and dictatorship to become a prosperous democracy. South Korea's transformation into a vibrant, modern state is, as he says, a story that deserves to be better known. Tudor has done the "impossible country" a service by opening its secrets to the world." - David Pilling, Asia Editor, Financial Times, "With a new generation every five years, it's hard to keep up with Korea. This book is long overdue but Daniel Tudor has done a magnificent job filling the gap. Not only has he captured the new Korea, but he does so in an effortless style that leaves the reader wanting more." - Michael Breen, author of The Koreans, " Korea: The Impossible Country is an accessible, vibrantly written 360-degree explanation of what South Korea has become after half a century of break-neck change. Authored by the Seoul-based correspondent for the Economist , Daniel Tudor (Somerville, 2000), itÆs a book I suspect we should all be reading."- Oxford Today "Furthermore, unlike the majority of foreign correspondents in Seoul, Tudor has the natural advantage of actually being able to speak colloquial Korean well enough to really get under the skin of issues that affect Koreans, without the need of a local aide. Such language requirements might seem obvious, but it is undoubtedly the case that many foreign correspondents based in Seoul cannot speak the local language, unlike a substantial proportion of their colleagues in Beijing, for example. The result is a balanced and, more importantly, up-to-date and relevant book that manages to avoid the usual traps and cliches that otherwise make literature on South Korea incredibly boring or predictable to read (South Korea is, in fact, anything but boring-and it is certainly unpredictable.)"- Asia Times Online "And I have to say, it was quite an enjoyable read. …There's a fair amount of colorful detail in these chapters, and Mr. Tudor's brisk writing kept the pages turning for me. … if youÆre new to all things Korean, you should consider picking this up. Oh, and for a quick and entertaining introduction to Korean shamanism, I'm not sure this can be beat.ö- Asian Correspondent, "[à] author of this extremely readable perspective on Korea gives a rare fair treatment of his subject matter as well as showing his deep affection, or the Korean "jeong" (as explained in the book, deep inter-affection) for it. [à] His dynamic narrative richly blends in his interviews with contemporary Koreans and is refreshing."- The Korea Times "But South Korea has enormous strategic importance: some 28,000 American servicemen are stationed there, holding off the North Korean military threat and a rising Chinese one. This year, Seoul slid into the news when a rapper's music video went viral. But despite a few wrong-headed attempts to find cultural commentary in "Gangnam Style," illumination of the fascinating country was limited. Tudor has demonstrated that South Korea has far more going on that is worth exploring."- The New Republic, "But this is not a history book. Tudor, Seoul correspondent for The Economist , provides a fairly perfunctory account of the "miracle on the Han River", which saw South Korea transformed from postwar ruin to prosperous democracy within four decades. The book's real value comes in its exploration of the cultural forces behind the country's zeal for self-improvement. He spends more time analysing the rise of Korean popular culture, which has swept across Asia during the past decade and is now going global with the success of PSY, the rapper whose hit, "Gangnam Style", has become a worldwide internet sensation. Some see PSY's breakthrough as evidence that South Korea is finally establishing itself in the global consciousness as the modern, sassy society it is. That may be true but his satire of life in the rich, fashionable Gangnam district of Seoul also reflects unease over the rising social divisions charted in Tudor's book." - Financial Times, "Tudor's Korea: The Impossible Country is a fascinating overview of daily life in Korea. Tudor's in-depth analysis is the one of an insider who has never lost sight of the view from the outside. His book helps you feel comfortable right from your first visit in Korea."-David Syz, Swiss Secretary of State for Economic Affairs, "Daniel Tudor covers all the important issues, yet does not simply tell the more familiar stories but looks deeper and wider to give the full story of Korea today." -- Martin Uden, Former British Ambassador to South Korea, Mr. Tudor pushes into new social and economic territory with his book, including the rising role of immigrants, multicultural families and even gay people in South Korea. He lays out some of the contradictory behavior one finds in South Korea, such as the unending desire for new and trendy gadgets and fashion and yet the tunnel-like view of what constitutes a successful life." -- Wall Street Journal, "Written with affection and deep knowledge, Daniel Tudor's book fills a huge gap in our understanding of one of Asia's least known countries. His engaging narrative overturns the stereotypes by depicting a society which, though full of stresses, strains and contradictions, has overcome poverty and dictatorship to become a prosperous democracy. South Korea's transformation into a vibrant, modern state is, as he says, a story that deserves to be better known. Tudor has done the "impossible country" a service by opening its secrets to the world." -- David Pilling, Asia Editor, Financial Times, "Tudor, Seoul correspondent for The Economist , provides a fairly perfunctory account of the "miracle on the Han River", which saw South Korea transformed from postwar ruin to prosperous democracy within four decades. The book's real value comes in, "But this is not a history book. Tudor, Seoul correspondent for The Economist , provides a fairly perfunctory account of the "miracle on the Han River", which saw South Korea transformed from postwar ruin to prosperous democracy within four decades. The book's real value comes in its exploration of the cultural forces behind the country's zeal for self-improvement. " "He spends more time analysing the rise of Korean popular culture, which has swept across Asia during the past decade and is now going global with the success of PSY, the rapper whose hit, "Gangnam Style", has become a worldwide internet sensation. Some see PSY's breakthrough as evidence that South Korea is finally establishing itself in the global consciousness as the modern, sassy society it is. That may be true but his satire of life in the rich, fashionable Gangnam district of Seoul also reflects unease over the rising social divisions charted in Tudor's book."- Financial Times "Daniel Tudor is one of the most influential foreign correspondents in South Korea-and one of the least known. As the reporter for the Economist , which doesn't use bylines, most of his work is published anonymously. But Mr. Tudor's profile is about to take a sharp rise with the publication of his new book, Korea: The Impossible Country. Mr. Tudor pushes into new social and economic territory with his book, including the rising role of immigrants, multicultural families and even gay people in South Korea. He lays out some of the contradictory behavior one finds in South Korea, such as the unending desire for new and trendy gadgets and fashion and yet the tunnel-like view of what constitutes a successful life."- Wall Street Journal "Books on Korea are a plenty, but few seem to really get beyond kimchi and k-pop and deal with some of the less often-discussed topics that affect Koreans on a daily basis. We were therefore interested to hear that Daniel Tudor, the Economist's Korea Correspondent, has a book coming out later this month that really delves deep into South Korean contemporary society. […]the book portrays Korea from a comprehensive and fascinating angle that's worth sharing with our readers."-KoreaBang.com "With a new generation every five years, it's hard to keep up with Korea. This book is long overdue but Daniel Tudor has done a magnificent job filling the gap. Not only has he captured the new Korea, but he does so in an effortless style that leaves the reader wanting more."-Michael Breen, author of The Koreans "Written with affection and deep knowledge, Daniel Tudor's book fills a huge gap in our understanding of one of Asia's least known countries. His engaging narrative overturns the stereotypes by depicting a society which, though full of stresses, strains and contradictions, has overcome poverty and dictatorship to become a prosperous democracy. South Korea's transformation into a vibrant, modern state is, as he says, a story that deserves to be better known. Tudor has done the "impossible country" a service by opening its secrets to the world."-David Pilling, Asia Editor, Financial Times, "Books on Korea are a plenty, but few seem to really get beyond kimchi and k-pop and deal with some of the less often-discussed topics that affect Koreans on a daily basis. We were therefore interested to hear that Daniel Tudor, the Economist's Korea Correspondent, has a book coming out later this month that really delves deep into South Korean contemporary society. [...]the book portrays Korea from a comprehensive and fascinating angle that's worth sharing with our readers."-KoreaBang.com, "Daniel Tudor covers all the important issues, yet does not simply tell the more familiar stories but looks deeper and wider to give the full story of Korea today."-Martin Uden, Former British Ambassador to South Korea, "Tudor's Korea: The Impossible Country is a fascinating overview of daily life in Korea. Tudor's in-depth analysis is the one of an insider who has never lost sight of the view from the outside. His book helps you feel comfortable right from your first visit in Korea." -- David Syz, Swiss Secretary of State for Economic Affairs, "Recommended for expats and any readers who are keen to learn more about Asian cultures, Korea: The Impossible Country is a well-researched and authoritative window into a country and its people." -- The Expat Magazine, Mr. Tudor pushes into new social and economic territory with his book, including the rising role of immigrants, multicultural families and even gay people in South Korea. He lays out some of the contradictory behavior one finds in South Korea, such as the unending desire for new and trendy gadgets and fashion and yet the tunnel-like view of what constitutes a successful life."- Wall Street Journal, "Tudor's Korea: The Impossible Country is a fascinating overview of daily life in Korea. Tudor's in-depth analysis is the one of an insider who has never lost sight of the view from the outside. His book helps you feel comfortable right from your first visit to Korea." -- David Syz, Swiss Secretary of State for Economic Affairs, "Daniel Tudor covers all the important issues, yet does not simply tell the more familiar stories but looks deeper and wider to give the full story of Korea today."-Martin Uden, Former British Ambassador to South Korea "Offering fascinating insight into the role of women in South Korea, [Daniel Tudor] makes a strong economic case for why women's lives have been changing and why the pace of change will increase."-Cherie Blair, Leading Human Rights lawyer and founder of the Cherie Blair Foundation for Women, "Books on Korea are a plenty, but few seem to really get beyond kimchi and k-pop and deal with some of the less often-discussed topics that affect Koreans on a daily basis. We were therefore interested to hear that Daniel Tudor, the Economist's Korea Correspondent, has a book coming out later this month that really delves deep into South Korean contemporary society. […]the book portrays Korea from a comprehensive and fascinating angle that's worth sharing with our readers."-KoreaBang.com, "But this is not a history book. Tudor, Seoul correspondent for The Economist , provides a fairly perfunctory account of the "miracle on the Han River", which saw South Korea transformed from postwar ruin to prosperous democracy within four decades. The book's real value comes in its exploration of the cultural forces behind the country's zeal for self-improvement. He spends more time analysing the rise of Korean popular culture, which has swept across Asia during the past decade and is now going global with the success of PSY, the rapper whose hit, "Gangnam Style", has become a worldwide internet sensation. Some see PSY's breakthrough as evidence that South Korea is finally establishing itself in the global consciousness as the modern, sassy society it is. That may be true but his satire of life in the rich, fashionable Gangnam district of Seoul also reflects unease over the rising social divisions charted in Tudor's book."- Financial Times, "Sixty years ago, South Korea was an economic wasteland. Today, it is not only the world's 11th largest economy, but also a vibrant democracy and an emerging cultural force. This transformation is the subject of a new book, Korea: The Impossible Country , by Daniel Tudor, Korea correspondent for the Economist .'" -- Time Magazine, "Sixty years ago, South Korea was an economic wasteland. Today, it is not only the world's 11th largest economy, but also a vibrant democracy and an emerging cultural force. This transformation is the subject of a new book, Korea: The Impossible Country , by Daniel Tudor, Korea correspondent for the Economist .'" - Time Magazine, "With a new generation every five years, it's hard to keep up with Korea. This book is long overdue, but Daniel Tudor has done a magnificent job filling the gap. Not only has he captured the new Korea, but he does so in an effortless style that leaves the reader wanting more." -- Michael Breen, author of The Koreans, "Sixty years ago, South Korea was an economic wasteland. Today, it is not only the world's 11th largest economy, but also a vibrant democracy and an emerging cultural force. This transformation is the subject of a new book, Korea: The Impossible Country , by Daniel Tudor, Korea correspondent for the Economist . He argues that, thanks in part to its neighbors, South Korea is all too often overlooked. A pity, he says, since 'South Koreans have written the most unlikely and impressive story of nation-building of the last century.'" - Time Magazine, "With a new generation every five years, it's hard to keep up with Korea. This book is long overdue but Daniel Tudor has done a magnificent job filling the gap. Not only has he captured the new Korea, but he does so in an effortless style that leaves the reader wanting more."-Michael Breen, author of The Koreans, "With a new generation every five years, it's hard to keep up with Korea. This book is long overdue but Daniel Tudor has done a magnificent job filling the gap. Not only has he captured the new Korea, but he does so in an effortless style that leaves the reader wanting more." -- Michael Breen, author of The Koreans, Sixty years ago, South Korea was an economic wasteland. Today, it is not only the world's 11th largest economy, but also a vibrant democracy and an emerging cultural force. This transformation is the subject of a new book, Korea: The Impossible Countr|9780804842525|, "Sixty years ago, South Korea was an economic wasteland. Today, it is not only the world's 11th largest economy, but also a vibrant democracy and an emerging cultural force. This transformation is the subject of a new book, Korea: The Impossible Country , by Daniel Tudor, Korea correspondent for the Economist . He argues that, thanks in part to its neighbors, South Korea is all too often overlooked. A pity, he says, since "South Koreans have written the most unlikely and impressive story of nation-building of the last century.""- Time Magazine, Mr. Tudor pushes into new social and economic territory with his book, including the rising role of immigrants, multicultural families and even gay people in South Korea. He lays out some of the contradictory behavior one finds in South Korea, such as the, "Recommended for expats and any readers who are keen to learn more about Asian cultures, Korea: The Impossible Country is a well-researched and authoritative window into a country and its people." - The Expat, "Mr. Tudor pushes into new social and economic territory with his book, including the rising role of immigrants, multicultural families and even gay people in South Korea. He lays out some of the contradictory behavior one finds in South Korea, such as the unending desire for new and trendy gadgets and fashion and yet the tunnel-like view of what constitutes a successful life." -- Wall Street Journal, " Korea: The Impossible Country is an accessible, vibrantly written 360-degree explanation of what South Korea has become after half a century of break-neck change. Authored by the Seoul-based correspondent for the Economist , Daniel Tudor (Somerville, 2000), itÆs a book I suspect we should all be reading."- Oxford Today "Furthermore, unlike the majority of foreign correspondents in Seoul, Tudor has the natural advantage of actually being able to speak colloquial Korean well enough to really get under the skin of issues that affect Koreans, without the need of a local aide. Such language requirements might seem obvious, but it is undoubtedly the case that many foreign correspondents based in Seoul cannot speak the local language, unlike a substantial proportion of their colleagues in Beijing, for example. The result is a balanced and, more importantly, up-to-date and relevant book that manages to avoid the usual traps and cliches that otherwise make literature on South Korea incredibly boring or predictable to read (South Korea is, in fact, anything but boring-and it is certainly unpredictable.)"- Asia Times Online, "Daniel Tudor is one of the most influential foreign correspondents in South Korea-and one of the least known. As the reporter for the Economist , which doesn't use bylines, most of his work is published anonymously. But Mr. Tudor's profile is about to take a sharp rise with the publication of his new book, Korea: The Impossible Country. Mr. Tudor pushes into new social and economic territory with his book, including the rising role of immigrants, multicultural families and even gay people in South Korea. He lays out some of the contradictory behavior one finds in South Korea, such as the unending desire for new and trendy gadgets and fashion and yet the tunnel-like view of what constitutes a successful life."- Wall Street Journal "Books on Korea are a plenty, but few seem to really get beyond kimchi and k-pop and deal with some of the less often-discussed topics that affect Koreans on a daily basis. We were therefore interested to hear that Daniel Tudor, the Economist's Korea Correspondent, has a book coming out later this month that really delves deep into South Korean contemporary society. […]the book portrays Korea from a comprehensive and fascinating angle that's worth sharing with our readers."-KoreaBang.com "With a new generation every five years, it's hard to keep up with Korea. This book is long overdue but Daniel Tudor has done a magnificent job filling the gap. Not only has he captured the new Korea, but he does so in an effortless style that leaves the reader wanting more."-Michael Breen, author of The Koreans "Written with affection and deep knowledge, Daniel Tudor's book fills a huge gap in our understanding of one of Asia's least known countries. His engaging narrative overturns the stereotypes by depicting a society which, though full of stresses, strains and contradictions, has overcome poverty and dictatorship to become a prosperous democracy. South Korea's transformation into a vibrant, modern state is, as he says, a story that deserves to be better known. Tudor has done the "impossible country" a service by opening its secrets to the world."-David Pilling, Asia Editor, Financial Times, "With a new generation every five years, it's hard to keep up with Korea. This book is long overdue but Daniel Tudor has done a magnificent job filling the gap. Not only has he captured the new Korea, but he does so in an effortless style that leaves the reader wanting more."-Michael Breen, author of The Koreans "Written with affection and deep knowledge, Daniel Tudor's book fills a huge gap in our understanding of one of Asia's least known countries. His engaging narrative overturns the stereotypes by depicting a society which, though full of stresses, strains and contradictions, has overcome poverty and dictatorship to become a prosperous democracy. South Korea's transformation into a vibrant, modern state is, as he says, a story that deserves to be better known. Tudor has done the "impossible country" a service by opening its secrets to the world."-David Pilling, Asia Editor, Financial Times, "Daniel Tudor covers all the important issues, yet does not simply tell the more familiar stories but looks deeper and wider to give the full story of Korea today." - Martin Uden, Former British Ambassador to South Korea, Written with affection and deep knowledge, Daniel Tudor's book fills a huge gap in our understanding of one of Asia's least known countries. His engaging narrative overturns the stereotypes by depicting a society which, though full of stresses, strains a|9780804842525|, "Tudor, Seoul correspondent for The Economist , provides a fairly perfunctory account of the 'miracle on the Han River,' which saw South Korea transformed from postwar ruin to prosperous democracy within four decades. The book's real value comes in its exploration of the cultural forces behind the country's zeal for self-improvement." -- Financial Times
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Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Andorra, Angola, Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Armenia, Aruba, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan Republic, Bahamas, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Belgium, Belize, Benin, Bermuda, Bhutan, Bolivia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Botswana, Brunei Darussalam, Bulgaria, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cambodia, Cameroon, Canada, Cape Verde Islands, Cayman Islands, Central African Republic, Chad, Chile, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast), Democratic Republic of the Congo, Denmark, Djibouti, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Egypt, El Salvador, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Estonia, Ethiopia, Fiji, Finland, France, Gabon Republic, Gambia, Georgia, Germany, Ghana, Gibraltar, Greece, Greenland, Grenada, Guatemala, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Guyana, Haiti, Honduras, Hong Kong, Hungary, Iceland, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Jamaica, Japan, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kiribati, Kuwait, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Latvia, Lebanon, Lesotho, Liberia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macau, Macedonia, Madagascar, Malawi, Malaysia, Maldives, Mali, Malta, Mauritania, Mauritius, Mexico, Moldova, Monaco, Mongolia, Montenegro, Montserrat, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Nauru, Nepal, Netherlands, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Niger, Nigeria, Norway, Oman, Pakistan, Panama, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Republic of Croatia, Republic of the Congo, Romania, Rwanda, Saint Kitts-Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, San Marino, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Serbia, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, Solomon Islands, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sri Lanka, Suriname, Swaziland, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, Tajikistan, Tanzania, Thailand, Togo, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Tunisia, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Turks and Caicos Islands, Uganda, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States, Uruguay, Uzbekistan, Vanuatu, Vatican City State, Vietnam, Wallis and Futuna, Western Samoa, Zambia, Zimbabwe
Excludes:
APO/FPO, Barbados, French Guiana, French Polynesia, Guadeloupe, Libya, Martinique, New Caledonia, Reunion, Russian Federation, US Protectorates, Ukraine, Venezuela, Yemen
| Postage and handling | To | Service | Delivery*See Delivery notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free postage | United States | Economy Shipping | Estimated between Fri, 10 May and Wed, 15 May to 43230 |
| Handling time |
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| Will usually post within 3 business days of receiving cleared payment. |
| Taxes |
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| Seller charges sales tax in |
Sales Tax for an item #226104061249
Sales Tax for an item #226104061249
Seller collects sales tax for items shipped to the following states:
| State | Sales Tax Rate |
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Return policy
| After receiving the item, contact seller within | Refund will be given as |
|---|---|
| 30 days after the buyer receives it | Money Back |
The seller is responsible for return postage costs.
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