Commons Perspectives in South Korea: Context, Fields, and Alternatives

The Research Center on the Commons and Sustainable Society has been a leading source of Commons Research in South Korea since 2011. This book collects the Center's discoveries and insights over the past decade, contributing to international commons research and understanding of the commons in South Korea. It explores the historical background, diverse perspectives, specific fields, alternative policies, and challenges of commons research in Korea.

Format: Hardback
Length: 266 pages
Publication date: 14 March 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Since its establishment in 2011, the Research Center on the Commons and Sustainable Society has been a leading institution in Commons Research in South Korea. This comprehensive book presents a collection of discoveries and insights generated by the Center during its first decade of operation, making a valuable contribution to international commons research and providing a deeper understanding of the commons in South Korea, particularly.

The book is organized into five main parts, each exploring a different aspect of commons research in South Korea. Part I provides a historical background, tracing the evolution of commons thinking from the era of dictatorship to the present-day democratic and neoliberal state. Part II explores the diverse perspectives that have emerged within the commons movement during this period. Part III examines the various fields where commons research has flourished in Korea, including agriculture, water, energy, and cultural heritage. Part IV presents the outcomes of this commons research, showcasing alternative policies and social actions that have been proposed for Korean society. Finally, Part V addresses the ongoing challenges that commons research in Korea is seeking to address.

This book is an invaluable resource for scholars interested in Korean political economy and commons studies, offering a comprehensive and insightful examination of the state of commons research in South Korea. The insights and recommendations provided herein will undoubtedly contribute to the ongoing dialogue and development of commons-based approaches to governance and resource management.

Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032123844