Quo Vadis Korea: The Last Custodian of Confucianism and Its Atypical Transformation

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The book critically examines the transformation of Korea from a society deeply rooted in Confucianism to one shaped by rapid industrialization and modernization. It analyzes the socio-cultural and politico-economic changes over five decades, highlighting how these shifts have undermined fundamental Confucian principles. The author discusses the unmet promises of economic development and their profound effects on contemporary Korean society, including its interactions with outsiders and its internal dynamics.