Neo-Confucianism and Science in Korea

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The book challenges the perception of late premodern Korea as an isolated "hermit kingdom" by highlighting the significant influence of Chinese Neo-Confucianism and European Enlightenment on Korean intellectuals during the late 18th and 19th centuries. Through this exploration, it reveals the dynamic interactions and exchanges that shaped Korean thought and culture, offering a nuanced understanding of the period's intellectual landscape.