Power, Place, and State-Society Relations in Korea

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Focusing on Korea's transformative period from the early 1960s to the late 1980s, the book explores the intricate relationship between rapid economic growth and democratization. It examines state-societal relations through the lens of urban design and architectural developments in the capital, tracing the evolution of Hanyang to Kyeongseong and finally Seoul. The study delves into the cultural roots of state power and the Neo-Confucian influences that shaped democratic movements, offering a unique insight into Korea's political and social dynamics.