Kim Jong-Il by Michael Breen
Kim Jong-il has been the subject of intense interest and fear in recent months. He has been demonised as 'Dr Evil' for his nuclear programme which puts Korea on a collision course with the US. For this reason, the world has a stake in understanding this man and his little-known country. This account aims to tell the compelling story of Kim Jong-il and the country he leads, exploring the pressing question of how he manages to hold onto power in a country that is ravaged by famine and poverty. Unravelling the myths, mysteries, and fallacies that surround this small, desperate country, this fascinating story includes rare photos of Kim Jong-il and his brutal regime.
"The only comfort to be had from the new batch of Korea books is provided by Breen's biography of Kim Jong Il, which details a hedonistic streak as wide as the DMZ" (Atlantic Monthly, September 2004) "...a breezy and gossipy account of the life of the Dear Leader, who has been variously portrayed in the West..." (Sunday Telegraph, 22 February 2004) "...he interestingly draws on some psychological profiles and a few accounts of those that have met him [Kim Jong Il]..." (Spectator, 28 February 2004) "...immensely knowledgeable..." (The Herald, Glasgow, 6 March 2004)
Michael Breen is a writer and communications consultant based in Seoul. He first went to South Korea as a journalist. He covered both North and South Korea for several newspapers before giving up journalism to pursue a fascination with North Korea. He became a management consultant advising companies on dealing with the communist state.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780470821312 |
| ISBN 10 | 0470821310 |
| Title | Kim Jong-Il |
| Author | Michael Breen |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | John Wiley & Sons (Asia) Pte Ltd |
| Year published | 2004-01-16 |
| Number of pages | 228 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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