Dr. Philip Jaisohn's Reform Movement, 1896-1898: A Critical Appraisal of the Independence Club - Tapa dura

The publication of this work, which attempts to shed new light on the Club, is a welcome addition to the growing attention being given to this organization. * Korean Studies * The publication of this work, which attempts to shed new light on the Club, is a welcome addition to the growing attention being given to this organization. * Korean Studies *

This book provides a critical appraisal of the Independence Club Movement of 1896 through 1898. Oh also discusses the far-reaching implications of this critical reform movement on recent reform in Korea today. Contents: Philip Jaisohn and Korea Before the Independence Club; Tongnip Shimmun or The Independent; The Origin, Composition, and Early Development of the Independence Club; The Activities of the Independence Club against Foreign Domination; The Campaigns against Conservative Officials and their Effects; The Climax of Independence Club Activities; Conclusion.