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The Complete Idiot's Guide to Understanding North Korea Paperback – February 3, 2004
by Dr. C. Kenneth Quinones (Author), Joseph Tragert (Author)
4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 8 ratings
In this accessible guide, readers will find unmatched expert analysis of the volatile situation in North Korea, along with answers to frequently asked questions. Covered topics include:
? North Korea's geography, people, industry, political systems, and government
? The history of the country, from myths to kingdoms, including Japan's colonial rule and its effects
? The dictator, Kim Jong Il, and his father, Kim Il Sung
? The possibility of reunification with South Korea
? Options for international involvement
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From the United States
RandoDeadpool
5.0 out of 5 stars Good intro to North Korea!
Reviewed in the United States on March 22, 2015
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This is a good resource on North Korea: history, culture, politics, and philosophy are all covered well. I only wish it had an updated kindle version available!
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Joe V
4.0 out of 5 stars The Complete Idiot's Guide to North Korea
Reviewed in the United States on July 3, 2010
When I picked up this book out of the bargain bin at the bookstore, I was not expecting much more than mediocre nighttime reading. I was pleasantly surprised to find a well-written, nearly comprehensive book on an obscure and mysterious country.
Authors Dr. Kenneth Quinones and Joseph Tragert stick to the standard format for Idiot's Guide books. There are boxes labeled either Korean Concept, Fact, and Increase Your North Korea IQ interwoven throughout the text that give you interesting tidbits of knowledge. Also, there are interesting personal recollections boxes, where the authors share first-hand insights and experiences with the reader.
I gained new perspectives on the history, current political system, and foreign relations of North Korea, a complex and potentially dangerous threat to the U.S, China, and Japan. The book is informative, factual, and non-biased. I recommend this book to anyone who desires a wide, jargon-free explanation of North Korea's past, present, and future.
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Nancy
5.0 out of 5 stars Concise and to the point
Reviewed in the United States on February 10, 2006
This is a concise and well written modern chronicle of North Korea. There are very few resources available on this "mysterious" country. I found the book to be engrossing, concise and most informative.
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Antony Witheyman
5.0 out of 5 stars Exceptional!
Reviewed in the United States on January 6, 2006
Ideal for people who live outside North Korea and wish to learn about North Korea, people who live in North Korea and are confused or for Geoge W. Bush.
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C. Pierce
4.0 out of 5 stars A great, overall view of North Korea
Reviewed in the United States on November 18, 2008
When my son chose to do a report on North Korea, we had to scramble for resources. Not a lot is known about the country. This book provided a broad general overview of just about all aspects of the country, society and people. It wasn't as in depth in some areas, but excellent overall.
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Michael
5.0 out of 5 stars not just for idiots
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 4, 2012
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This is a very well written book, nice and accessible but not patronizing. A good entry level guide to DPRK that is in depth enough for the more serious reader. Shame Amazon doesn't pay enough tax in the UK but you can't have it all can you? I wonder what would be more expensive? Paying admins to remove all these reviews or just pay the tax?
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Mr D Mitchell
3.0 out of 5 stars Three Stars
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 6, 2015
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Not that brilliant, some of the more personal written hardbacks provide a much better, & digestible, insight.
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