korea (north)

Contains twenty essays in which the authors debate issues related to North and South Korea, considering whether North Korea poses a serious threat, the state of democracy and human rights in North and South Korea, U.S. foreign policy toward the countries, and their futures.

Son of an influential father, Pak Jun Do rises through the ranks in North Korea to a life of espionage, kidnapping, and torture, and eventually falls for the dictator's favorite actress.

What was supposed to be a test flight of the technology and crew of "Able One," an experimental aircraft armed with a high-power laser that can knock out missiles, becomes an urgent mission when a rogue North Korean faction launches a nuclear missile that destroys most of the world's satellites, and intelligence reveals they have two more weapons yet to be deployed.

This contemporary biography profiles the life and career of one of today's most prominent newsmakers, examining why this well-known personage has garnered public attention.

Explores the history of North Korea and its conflicts, and examines twentieth and early twenty-first century headlines about the country.

Presents a study of Korea and discusses both North and South Korea, the DMZ, traditional music and dance, religious beliefs,education, and culture.

An introduction to North Korea that provides information on its history, geography, politics, religion, culture, social life, and people. Includes photographs.

Presents a study of the history and culture of Korea and provides information on the division of the peninsula and their governments, important cities, natural environment, Japanese occupation from 1910 to 1945, the Korean War, and traditions.

Looks at the literature, arts, architecture, and general culture of the countries of North and South Korea.