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Experts Directory: John Goulde

John Goulde

Titles and job responsibilities:

  • Professor of Religion
  • Director of the Asian Studies Program

Summary of expertise:

Goulde is an expert on the political, economic, social climate and culture of North and South Korea.

Books or significant articles published:

Previously quoted in the Christian Science Monitor

Current or recent research:

  • Goulde has recently travelled to Korea to study the "Haedong Chondorok," a 17th century manuscript which records Korean Taoist alchemy.

Experience with news media:

Goulde has been quoted in the Christian Science Monitor on the political maneuverings of Kim Jong Il and the downing of American aviators in December 1994.

Education:

  • B.A. Seoul National University
  • A.M. Harvard University
  • Ph.D. Harvard University

Key terms:

Asian studies, Oriental, North Korea, South Korea, religion, Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, Sikhism, Taoism