korea (south)

An overview of the geography, history, government, economy, people, and culture of South Korea.

Describes the history, geography, people, and customs of this peninsular Asian country.

Text and illustrations look at the history, geography, culture, government, and economy of South Korea.

When an orphan boy comes to live with her family, eleven-year-old Junehee begins to realize that the demands placed on Korean women can destroy their lives.

Readers will explore the long history of Korea, its split, and how North Korea and South Korea continue to remain divided.

Presents step-by-step directions for drawing the national flag, a jindo dog, Korean Buddhist temples, and other sights and symbols of South Korea.

Profiles the land, people, history, culture, government, economy, and future of South Korea.

Discusses the life of teenagers in South Korea focusing on their country, climate, population, education, foods, and family life. Also provides information on their government, religious beliefs, and sports, and other related issues.

Describes South Korea's history, geography, natural world, people, culture, government, and economy, and includes special topic boxes, maps, a glossary, and a bibliography.

A brief introduction to the geography, history, natural resources, people, and culture of South Korea.