{"title":"Peter Banseok Kwon","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the compelling works of \u003cem\u003ePeter Banseok Kwon\u003c\/em\u003e, an acclaimed author specialising in History and Military genres. Known for his meticulous research and engaging narratives, Kwon brings past events to life, offering readers a deeper understanding of pivotal moments in history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his notable works is \"Cornerstone of the Nation\", a fascinating exploration of foundational events that have shaped societies. His books provide an enlightening experience for history enthusiasts and newcomers alike, making complex historical narratives accessible and engaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDive into Peter Banseok Kwon’s collection to gain insight into the forces that have moulded nations and influenced military strategies over the centuries. Whether you are a history buff or simply curious about our past, Kwon’s books promise an informative and captivating read.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"cornerstone-of-the-nation-by-peter-banseok-kwon-9780674297135","title":"Cornerstone of the Nation","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCornerstone of the Nation\u003c\/em\u003e is the first historical account of the complex alliance of military and civilian forces that catapulted South Korea's conjoined militarisation and industrialisation under Park Chung Hee (1961–1979). Kwon reveals how Park's secret programme to build an independent defence industry spurred a total mobilisation of business, science, labour, and citizenry, all of which converged in military-civilian forces that propelled an unprecedented model of modernisation in Korea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDrawing on largely untapped declassified materials from Korea and personal interviews with contemporaneous participants in the nascent defence industry, as well as declassified US documents and other external sources, Kwon weaves together oral histories and documentary evidence in an empirically rich narrative. This narrative details how militarisation shaped the nation's rapid economic, technological, political, and social transformation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCornerstone of the Nation\u003c\/em\u003e makes the case that South Korea's arms development under Park may be the most durable and yet least acknowledged factor behind the country's rise to economic prominence in the late twentieth century. Through an analysis that simultaneously engages some of the most contested issues in Korean historiography, development literature, contemporary politics, and military affairs, this book traces Korea's distinct pathway to becoming a global economic force.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47000579801324,"sku":"9780674297135","price":71.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/1473233482428.jpg?v=1763286626"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/peter-banseok-kwon.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}