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The Two Koreas: A Contemporary History

by Oberdorfer, Don Oberdorfer
RM45.00 MYR
The Two Koreas: A Contemporary History
The Two Koreas: A Contemporary History

Insightful narrative of Korea's complex modern history.

If you're intrigued by international politics and history, "The Two Koreas" by Don Oberdorfer could be a treasure trove for you. Oberdorfer's first-hand experience as a journalist provides a vivid, behind-the-scenes look at the volatile relationship between North and South Korea, as well as the pivotal involvement of global powers. It's a thorough and gripping account that might change the way you view the last standing frontier of the Cold War.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

The Two Koreas: A Contemporary History

by Oberdorfer, Don Oberdorfer
RM45.00 MYR
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ISBN: 9780465087921
Authors: Oberdorfer, Don Oberdorfer
Publisher: Basic Books
Date of Publication: 1999-01-17
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Politics, History
Related Topics: History, World History, Politics, War, Asia
Goodreads rating: 3.98
(rated by 944 readers)

Description

The struggle between the two Koreas has repeatedly claimed the headlines of the world in acts of terrorism and heroism, showdowns over nuclear weapons programs on both sides of the lines, the sudden deaths of leaders, and historic turning points in the relationship with the outside powers of Japan, Russia, and China. Don Oberdorfer lived through many of these crises as a journalist for the Washington Post. Building on his extensive experience, many previously unavailable documents, and unparalleled access to the leadership circles of the two Korean states and the great powers, he has written a gripping narrative history of Korea's travails and triumphs over the past quarter century. The involvement of the outside world—including a chilling account of the nuclear showdown that brought the United States perilously close to war with North Korea in 1994—receives extensive treatment and special emphasis. Korea represents the last vestige of the Cold War. The Two Koreas places that political tension within a historical context, looking at democratic South Korea and communist North Korea through the lens of the past twenty-five years. Oberdorfer's work is the definitive text of contemporary Korea.
 

Insightful narrative of Korea's complex modern history.

If you're intrigued by international politics and history, "The Two Koreas" by Don Oberdorfer could be a treasure trove for you. Oberdorfer's first-hand experience as a journalist provides a vivid, behind-the-scenes look at the volatile relationship between North and South Korea, as well as the pivotal involvement of global powers. It's a thorough and gripping account that might change the way you view the last standing frontier of the Cold War.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.