Without You, There Is No Us
Undercover Among the Sons of North Korea's Elite
by:
Suki Kim
in:
Asian History
Summary:
The book is a memoir of the author's experience teaching English to the children of North Korea's ruling class at a Christian-funded university in Pyongyang. It provides a rare glimpse into the lives of the country's elite and the oppressive regime under Kim Jong-un, revealing the stark contrasts between propaganda and reality.
Key points:
1. North Korean Isolation: The book explores North Korea's extreme isolation, detailing how the regime controls citizens' lives, including their access to information and beliefs.
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