Korea and Germany are commonly described as emblematic examples of divided nations. But while Korea is still divided Germany has gone through a peaceful unification. The book offers a unique comparative study on the demographic change in these divided countries. It also investigates the developments after Germany's unification.

Table of Contents 1. Demographics of reunification • Divergence and diversification: The appropriate way to look at German reunification? • Assessing the demographics of reunification on different layers and scales 2. Forming demographic processes of reunified Germany: Patterns of fertility, mortality and migration • Fertility, living arrangements and related aspects • Cultural conceptions of family as a socio-demographical marker between East and West? • Life expectancy • Migration in divided and reunified Germany • Internal migration since reunification 3. Attitudes towards reunification in German society 4. The socio-economic divide – a long lasting challenge 5. Consequences of post-unification demographics: A persistent east-west divide? 6. Knowledge and notions on the demographics of Korean reunification • Typologies of reunification (Sam Hyun Yoo, KIHASA) • Tales of demographic change in an open or reunified Korea • Populations of South and North Korea • Korea as one – A challenging vision 7. Concluding thoughts on a Germany-inspired Korea scenario 8. German reunification – No blueprint for Korea but a valuable knowledge base