This work provides an introduction to some of the most important and representative genres of classical Korean literature. Coverage includes: "Samguk sagi" and "samguk yusa" as literature; "Kunmong" and "Unyongchon"; the lyricism of Koryo songs; and the literature of Chosen Dynasty Women. List of Tables and Figures, Preface, Acknowledgments, List of Abbreviations, 1. Introduction: The Role of the Legislature, Electoral Laws, and Parties in Russian Politics, 2. Adopting the Electoral Law, 3. Parties Fail to Unite, 4. The Course of the Campaign, 5. Appealing to the Voters: Campaign Issues and Strategies, 6. The Role of the Media, 7. The Results: Consequences for Russia's Political Parties, 8. The Regional Dimension, 9. Conclusion: Lessons of the Elections, Notes, Index