Korean anthropology holds a unique position in the field of anthropology, having first developed with native scholars studying native culture under the prevalent influence of cultural and social anthropology, rather than with the past Western practice of studying the others. This volume, Korean Anthropology: Contemporary Korean Culture in Flux, presents 30 original articles covering all aspects of Korean culture seen through the distinct viewpoints of various scholars. Intended to be an introductory yet comprehensive collection of readings on Korean culture, it will stimulate
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Korean anthropology holds a unique position in the field of anthropology, having first developed with native scholars studying native culture under the prevalent influence of cultural and social anthropology, rather than with the past Western practice of studying the others. This volume, Korean Anthropology: Contemporary Korean Culture in Flux, presents 30 original articles covering all aspects of Korean culture seen through the distinct viewpoints of various scholars. Intended to be an introductory yet comprehensive collection of readings on Korean culture, it will stimulate