Reviews

This is a famous book, and its translation into English has long been awaited...The present elegantly written translation provides the reader, whether expert or amateur, with a good and entertaining introduction to the richness of Korea's historical experience.--J. E. Hoare "Journal of the Royal Society for Asian Affairs "

Wagner must be lauded for bringing to the English reading community this comprehensive, precisely translated, well-crafted, and meticulously indexed work on Korean history, a translation that will undoubtedly remain for years as the standard overview of Korean history for both Korea specialists and nonspecialists...This project represents a marriage of revision and skillful translation with the ultimate result being the balanced and well-organized volume under review.--Michael Robinson "Journal of Asian Studies "

Painstaking translation and attentive editing and indexing combine with a consistent and logical system of dividing topics to provide easy access to both the events of Korean history and Professor Lee's thoughtful interpretation.

Professor Lee's work is exceptionally detailed and covers not only the political, social and economic history of Korea, but integrates developments in the arts, science and technology through the ages. Its wealth of material and comprehensive coverage make it an excellent textbook for the study of Korea.