HIST 5.04 Introduction to Korean Culture
This course provides an introduction to Korean culture and history, examining Korea's visual and textual expressions from the pre-modern age to the twentieth century. What are the origins of Korean national and cultural identities? How have Korean claims of cultural distinctiveness been manifested and modified over time? Tracing answers to these questions simultaneously helps us to consider how and why Korea has entered America's consciousness. As Korea matters to the US not simply as a fact but as a project, this course avoids portraying Korea through any generalized statements or uncritical categories. Rather, students are encouraged to explore novel perspectives on Korea and thereby unravel their own prejudices and agendas. No prior acquaintance with the Korean language is required.
Instructor
Suh and Kim
Cross Listed Courses
ASCL 10.02
Department-Specific Course Categories
Class of 2023 and Before Major Dist: AALAC, pre-1800; Class of 2024 and Beyond Major Dist: Asia, modern.