{"title":"Myungji Yang","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMyungji Yang\u003c\/strong\u003e offers incisive explorations into South Korean politics, illuminating the complexities of its social and political fabric. Her works provide thought-provoking analysis of contemporary issues, with a focus on political movements and ideological currents shaping the nation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect nuanced discussions that delve into the dynamics of power and public sentiment, making these books essential for those interested in \u003cem\u003ePolitics \u0026amp; Current Affairs\u003c\/em\u003e and the evolving political landscape of South Korea.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"reactionary-politics-in-south-korea-by-myungji-yang-9781009588812","title":"Reactionary Politics in South Korea","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn December 2024, South Korean president Yoon Seok-yeol stunned the world by declaring martial law. More puzzling was that Yoon's insurrection unexpectedly gained substantial support from the ruling right-wing party and many citizens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhy do ordinary citizens support authoritarian leaders and martial law in a democratic country? What draws them to extreme actions and ideas? With the rise of illiberal, far-right politics across the globe, \u003cem\u003eReactionary Politics in South Korea\u003c\/em\u003e provides an in-depth account of the ideas and practices of far-right groups and organisations threatening democratic systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDrawing on eighteen months of field research and rich qualitative data, Myungji Yang helps explain the roots of current democratic regression. Yang provides vivid details of on-the-ground internal dynamics of far-right actors and their communities and worldviews, uncovering the organisational and popular foundations of far-right politics and movements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47397983813868,"sku":"9781009588812","price":130.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/12180993482547.jpg?v=1773733978"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/myungji-yang.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}