Description: From politics and economy to tourism and sports… discover Korea's past and present in a single volume. The new edition of Facts about Korea has been released! Korea is a nation proud of its 5,000-year history, yet in modern times it endured foreign invasion, civil war, and eventual division. Despite these hardships, Korea rose from a turbulent era to become a globally recognized advanced nation within just half a century. Facts about Korea covers everything about the country that gave rise to the "Miracle on the Han River" — its people's way of life and thought, history and culture, politics and economy, as well as sports and tourism — all presented through clear figures and essential information. Organized by topic and illustrated with vivid photographs, this reference book is easy to navigate, making it approachable both for foreigners eager to learn about Korea and for Koreans wanting to deepen their understanding of their own country. This revised edition accurately reflects the latest updates and changes, offering even more practical and useful content. Covering NOW and BEFORE and MORE — Core Information on Korea Korea is proud to keep its own history alive for 5,000 years, although over the last 150 years it has endured foreign encroachment and civil war, which later led to the division of the country. Despite all this misfortune and hardship, Korea achieved tremendous economic growth within less than half a century and has now become one of the world's leading nations. Facts about Korea presents figures, facts, and information about the nation's history, culture, economy, and politics, as well as its people, daily life, and tourist attractions. It also features distinctive images for each subject, helping readers connect with "Dynamic Korea." With its reader-friendly, well-categorized structure, this volume allows both foreigners and Koreans alike to gain a deeper understanding of Korea. Contents: Facts and Figures — General / Geography / People / Government / Economy / Korea's World Heritage / National Flag / National Anthem Korea and Its People — Geography / Climate / Population / Language History — Gojoseon / Three Kingdoms and Gaya / Unified Silla and Balhae / Goryeo / Joseon / Japanese Occupation and Independence Movement / Founding of the Republic of Korea / History at a Glance Constitution and Government — Constitution / Executive Branch / Legislature / Judiciary / Independent Organizations / Local Government / Constitution and Government at a Glance Inter-Korean Relations — Historical Background / Efforts Toward a Peaceful Resolution of the North Korean Nuclear Issue