The Three Kingdoms of Korea : Lost Civilizations.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

McBride II, Richard D.

Series:

Lost Civilizations Series

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Civilization, Ancient.

Korea.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (215 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

London : Reaktion Books, Limited, 2024.

Summary:

This book explores the rich history and cultural legacy of the Three Kingdoms of Korea, an ancient civilization that played a pivotal role in shaping the region's history and cultural identity. Richard D. McBride II provides a detailed examination of the rise and fall of Korea's three kingdoms: Goguryeo, Baekje, and Silla, focusing on their legends, origins, religious influences, and cultural developments. The book delves into the impact of Buddhism and Confucianism, the political dynamics among the kingdoms, and the broader historical context of Northeast Asia during this period. Aimed at readers interested in ancient civilizations and Korean history, this work highlights the enduring significance of these kingdoms in modern cultural and historical discourse. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Cover

Title Page

Copyright

Contents

Chronology

Introduction

1. Legends and Origins of Korea's Three Kingdoms

2. Koguryŏ and Paekche

3. Kaya and Early Silla

4. Religion and Culture in the Early Three Kingdoms

5. Greater Silla and Parhae

6. The Flourishing of Buddhism and Confucianism in Greater Silla

7. The Good, the Bad and the Ugly in the Later Three Kingdoms

Epilogue

References

Bibliography

Photo Acknowledgements

Index.

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ISBN:

9781789149050

1789149053

OCLC:

1429735015