Cha, Victor D., 1961-

The impossible state : North Korea, past and future / Victor Cha. - 1st ed. - London : Bodley Head, c2012. - xii, 530 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.

Includes bibliographical references (p. [469]-506) and index.

Contradictions -- The best days -- All in the family -- Five bad decisions -- The worst place on Earth -- The logic of deterrence -- Complete, verifiable, and irreversible dismantlement (CVID) -- Neighbors -- Approaching unification -- The end is near.

Examines the history of North Korea, discussing the isolated country's political and economic culture, the rise to power of the Kim family, the human rights abuses against its own citizens, and its military and nuclear ambitions.

9781847922366

2012009517


Political culture--History.--Korea (North)


Korea (North)--Politics and government.
Korea (North)--Foreign relations--United States.
United States--Foreign relations--Korea (North)
Korea (North)--Social conditions.

DS935.5 / .C47 2012

951.93

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