Corea: The Hermit Nation

Name: Corea: The Hermit Nation
Author: William Elliot Griffis

By William Elliot Griffis

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A sweeping survey traces the peninsula's development from ancient and medieval eras through political, social, and modern transformations. It examines governing institutions, family and religious practices, education, economic activities, arts, military organization, and the details of urban and rural life. The narrative addresses foreign relations and encounters with other nations, missionary and reform movements, and the internal responses to external pressures. A concluding chapter analyzes the causes and consequences of the loss of independent sovereignty and the challenges of administration under new authority.

About the Author

William Elliot Griffis

William Elliot Griffis was an American author and educator known for his contributions to children's literature and cultural studies. He wrote extensively on various topics, including fairy tales from different cultures, as seen in his notable works such as "Japanese Fairy World" and "Korean Fairy Tales." Griffis also explored historical themes in his writings, exemplified by books like "Corea: The Hermit Nation" and "Matthew Calbraith Perry: A Typical American Naval Officer." His diverse body of work reflects a deep interest in both folklore and the historical narratives of nations, making him a significant figure in the literary heritage of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.