Length16h 27m
About this audiobook
Journey into the heart of early 20th-century Korea with George Trumbull Ladd's "In Korea With Marquis Ito," where the intricate dance of diplomacy, culture, and power unfolds against a backdrop of political upheaval. Through Ladd's keen observations and intimate encounters, readers gain a rare glimpse into the complexities of Korean society under Japanese influence, guided by the enigmatic figure of Marquis Ito. This compelling narrative not only captures the historical essence of a nation in transition but also resonates with contemporary themes of cultural identity, colonialism, and the quest for autonomy. Ladd's vivid storytelling and profound insights invite readers to reflect on the enduring impact of these historical dynamics on today's global stage.
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GenreHistory
Length16 hrs 27 mins
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FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMay 7, 2024
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
2PREFACE
3PART I A NARRATIVE OF PERSONAL EXPERIENCES
4CHAPTER I THE INVITATION
5CHAPTER II FIRST GLIMPSES OF KOREA
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6CHAPTER III LIFE IN SEOUL
7CHAPTER IV LIFE IN SEOUL (CONTINUED)
8CHAPTER V A VISIT TO PYENG-YANG
9CHAPTER VI CHEMULPO AND OTHER PLACES
10CHAPTER VII THE DEPARTURE
11CHAPTER VIII PERSONAL REMINISCENCES AND IMPRESSIONS
12PART II A CRITICAL AND HISTORICAL INQUIRY
13CHAPTER IX THE PROBLEM: HISTORICAL
14CHAPTER X THE PROBLEM: HISTORICAL (CONTINUED)
15CHAPTER XI THE COMPACT
16CHAPTER XII RULERS AND PEOPLE
17CHAPTER XIII RESOURCES AND FINANCE
18CHAPTER XIV EDUCATION AND THE PUBLIC JUSTICE
19CHAPTER XV FOREIGNERS AND FOREIGN RELATIONS
20CHAPTER XVI WRONGS: REAL AND FANCIED
21CHAPTER XVII MISSIONS AND MISSIONARIES
22CHAPTER XVIII JULY, 1907, AND AFTERWARD
23CHAPTER XIX THE SOLUTION OF THE PROBLEM
24APPENDIX A PROTOCOL SIGNED FEBRUARY 23, 1904
25Article I
26Article II
27Article III
28Article IV
29Article V
30Article VI
31APPENDIX B PROTOCOL SIGNED AUGUST 22, 1904
32Article I
33Article II
34Article III
35APPENDIX C CONVENTION OF JULY 24, 1907
36APPENDIX D SUMMARY OF THE MOST RECENT MEASURES FOR THE ORGANIZATION OF THE KOREAN GOVERNMENT
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