HIST 217 - History of East Asia

3 credits (3 lecture)
This course will focus upon the history of East Asia from early 19th century until the present era covering China, Japan, and Korea. Attentio n will be given to the internal developments of China, Japan, and Korea as well as the struggles imposed by the relentless challenges of the Western World. The value systems which shaped Chinese, Japanese, and Korean life will be highlighted.