Look With Your Eyes and Tell the World: The Unreported North Korea [Hardcover]

Unveiling the Enigma: A Rare Look Inside North Korea

What is life truly like in North Korea? Beyond the headlines of nuclear threats and political intrigue lies a nation shrouded in mystery. Roy Calley, a seasoned journalist, pulls back the curtain on this isolated country, offering a unique glimpse into the lives of its 25 million citizens. Discover the unreported North Korea, from its origins and the impact of the Korean War to the pervasive influence of the Kim dynasty and the Juche ideology.

This compelling account balances the familiar narratives with surprising observations, revealing a society both modern and devoid of commercialism, where genuine adoration for the Great Leaders coexists with limited opportunities for self-advancement. Explore the paradoxes of a nation striving for self-reliance amidst economic hardship and human rights concerns. Prepare to challenge your preconceptions and gain a deeper understanding of the Hermit Kingdom. Is it for you? If you are interested in political science, history, and social science, then this is the right for you.

'North Korea faded to black in the early 1990s. With the collapse of the Soviet Union, her creakily inefficient economy collapsed. Power stations rusted into ruin.' (Barbara Demick.) But what do we in the West really know about that dark interior? A journalist who knows the country, her history and her people intimately sheds some light.