5000 Years of Korean Art presents a comprehensive overview of the long and rich history of Korean artistic expression. Spanning from prehistoric times to the modern era, the book highlights major developments in pottery, sculpture, painting, metalwork, architecture, and decorative arts. Choi emphasizes the unique characteristics of Korean aesthetics simplicity, natural harmony, and spiritual de…
“Korea and the Fall of MacArthur” explores the complex military, political, and diplomatic factors that led to General Douglas MacArthur’s removal from command during the Korean War. The book examines MacArthur’s bold strategies, his disagreements with the Truman administration, and his insistence on expanding the conflict beyond the Korean Peninsula. Higgins provides an analytical narr…
Buku ini menggali berbagai sisi tersembunyi dari Perang Korea (25 Juni 1950–27 Juli 1953), menyajikan kisah-kisah intelijen, strategi militer, dan konflik ideologi yang jarang diungkap dalam narasi umum. Buku ini menyajikan analisis mendalam tentang peran berbagai pihak termasuk pasukan Korea Utara, Korea Selatan, serta kekuatan asing dalam perang tersebut. Melalui catatan naratif, dokumen mi…
This book offers a comparative political analysis of North and South Korea from the end of Japanese colonial rule in 1945 up to 1972, focusing on how two antagonistic regimes—backed by the Soviet Union and the United States sought to consolidate power and direct national development. Kim argues that political leadership, institutional design, and externally driven pressures shaped divergent t…
The Korean Art Guide, published by the Korean Information Service, provides an accessible overview of the rich artistic heritage of Korea. The book introduces major forms of Korean art, including traditional painting, calligraphy, ceramics, sculpture, architecture, and decorative crafts. It highlights the historical development of each art form, key aesthetic principles, and notable masterpiece…
The History of Korea provides a comprehensive overview of Korea’s historical development from ancient times to the modern era. The authors trace the origins of the Korean people, the formation of early kingdoms, and the cultural, political, and social evolution that shaped the peninsula. The book highlights key dynasties, major historical events, foreign influences, and Korea’s struggles an…
This book offers a clear and accessible overview of the Korean conflict, tracing its roots from Korea’s early history through the brutal Korean War to the contemporary nuclear standoff. Smith combines political, social, and military perspectives to contextualize the peninsula’s enduring tensions. The work includes vivid photographs, maps, and nine appendices of primary historical documents.…
Handbook of Korea provides a concise yet comprehensive overview of the Republic of Korea, covering its history, geography, culture, politics, and socioeconomic development. Compiled by the Korean Overseas Information Service, the book serves as an authoritative reference that explains Korea’s rapid modernization, traditional heritage, governmental structure, demographic characteristics, and i…
This book, published in conjunction with the 2014 touring exhibition, explores the profound interplay between materiality and spirituality in contemporary Korean art. Chung Joon‑Mo reframes the Korean monochrome (or “monotone”) tradition often labeled Dansaekhwa not simply as minimalist formalism, but as a deeply spiritual process rooted in repetition, restraint, and transformation. Artis…
The War Memorial of Korea, presents the history and significance of the Korean War through the museum in Seoul. Featuring both indoor and outdoor exhibits, the book highlights military artifacts and memorials, honoring the sacrifices of soldiers and civilians while promoting peace, remembrance, and the hope for Korean reunification.