Understanding Korean Literature

Understanding Korean Literature
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Publisher : M.E. Sharpe
Total Pages : 250
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ISBN-10 : 1563247739
ISBN-13 : 9781563247736
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Book Synopsis Understanding Korean Literature by : Hŭng-gyu Kim

Download or read book Understanding Korean Literature written by Hŭng-gyu Kim and published by M.E. Sharpe. This book was released on 1997 with total page 250 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Understanding Korean Literature (Han'guk munhak ui ihae) introduces the development and characteristics of the various historical and contemporary genres of Korean literature in a refreshingly clear way. It also presents detailed explanations of the development of a literary Korean language and of literacy and a reading public in Korea. A brief history of literary criticism, both traditional and modern, is included to give the discussion historical context. This translation provides a long-overdue source on Korean literature that can be used as a reference or text in Korean and Asian studies courses and as a general introduction to Korean literature for students of literature.


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