Part I. Foundations -- The indigenous descent groups of Silla and Koryo -- Crisis of identity: new dynastic venture -- The challenge of Neo-Confucianism -- Part II. Rebuilding the countryside -- Repossessing the countryside: the formation of localized elite -- Consolidation of l…
Under the Ancestors Eyes" presents a new approach to Korean social history by focusing on the origin and development of the indigenous descent group. Martina Deuchler maintains that the surprising continuity of the descent-group model gave the ruling elite cohesion and stability…
Under the Ancestors Eyes presents a new approach to Korean social history by focusing on the origin and development of the indigenous descent group. Martina Deuchler maintains that the surprising continuity of the descent-group model gave the ruling elite cohesion and stability …
