New ArrivalsHalloweenChristmasGift IdeasClothing, Shoes & AccessoriesHomeFurnitureElectronicsToysVideo GamesGroceryHousehold EssentialsBeautyBabyKitchen & DiningSchool & Office SuppliesMovies, Music & BooksCharacter ShopSports & OutdoorsBackpacks & LuggagePersonal CareHealthPetsUlta Beauty at TargetTarget OpticalParty SuppliesGift CardsBullseye’s PlaygroundDealsClearanceTarget New Arrivals Target Finds #TargetStyleCelebrate DiwaliDía de MuertosStore EventsAsian-Owned Brands at TargetBlack Beyond MeasureMás QueWomen-Owned Brands at TargetLGBTQIA+ ShopTop DealsTarget Circle DealsWeekly AdShop Order PickupShop Same Day DeliveryRegistryRedCardTarget CircleFind Stores
Korea Betrayed - by  D Kirk (Paperback) - 1 of 1

Korea Betrayed - by D Kirk (Paperback)

$49.99

In Stock

Eligible for registries and wish lists

Sponsored

About this item

Highlights

  • Kim Dae Jung, Korea's legendary dissident-turned-president, ranks along with Nelson Mandela as the victor in one of the greatest political reversals of the 20th century.
  • About the Author: DONALD KIRK is a house author.
  • 251 Pages
  • Political Science, Political Process

Description



Book Synopsis



Kim Dae Jung, Korea's legendary dissident-turned-president, ranks along with Nelson Mandela as the victor in one of the greatest political reversals of the 20th century. Elected president by 1.7% of the vote at the height of Korea's economic crisis in December 1997, DJ, as he is popularly known, faces his most severe challenge. Will he be able to bring about genuine reconciliation with North Korea while attempting to carry out the 'second stage' of his economic reform? A fascinating portrait of a political leader, his rise to power, and the struggles he faces today.



Review Quotes




"As Don Kirk details, Kim [Dae Jung]'s presidency was a tragic disappointment. . . "Korea Betrayed" helps us better understand the manifold gifts and flaws of this extraordinary statesman." --"The Washington Times"

"The late Kim Dae Jung--the remarkable political dissident who rose to be President of South Korea and to win the Nobel Prize for Peace--is revered internationally, but his reputation in his native South Korea is much more controversial and contested. In this critical biography, Donald Kirk--a journalistic eminence who has been covering Korea for more than 30 years--helps us understand why this could be so. In his fascinating book, Kirk not only traces Kim Dae Jung's great political rise, but also details the moral and financial corruption that came to engulf, and permanently tarnish, the 'DJ' Presidency. "Korea Betrayed "will be a welcome addition to the bookshelf of every student of modern Korea. Kirk's account of the failure of DJ's 'Sunshine Policy' toward North Korea, furthermore, should be 'must reading' for all American policymakers before they prepare to deal with Pyongyang." --Nicholas Eberstadt, Henry Wendt Chair in Political Economy, The American Enterprise Institute

"Donald Kirk's "Korea Betrayed" is a comprehensive yet cogently written look at one of the most important figures in the past hundred years of Korean history. Brilliantly researched and equally well written, Kirk's newest book could not come at a more important time. Kirk's book reminds American and South Korean policy makers why decisions made in the past are so relevant for foreign affairs today--as Washington, Pyongyang, and Seoul are at a crossroads in foreign relations that will affect the security of Northeast Asia for many years to come." --Bruce E. Bechtol Jr., Professor of International Relations, Marine Corps Command and Staff College and author of "Red Rogue: The Persistent Challenge of North Korea"

“As Don Kirk details, Kim [Dae Jung]'s presidency was a tragic disappointment. . . "Korea Betrayed" helps us better understand the manifold gifts and flaws of this extraordinary statesman.” —"The Washington Times"

“The late Kim Dae Jung--the remarkable political dissident who rose to be President of South Korea and to win the Nobel Prize for Peace--is revered internationally, but his reputation in his native South Korea is much more controversial and contested. In this critical biography, Donald Kirk--a journalistic eminence who has been covering Korea for more than 30 years--helps us understand why this could be so. In his fascinating book, Kirk not only traces Kim Dae Jung's great political rise, but also details the moral and financial corruption that came to engulf, and permanently tarnish, the ‘DJ’ Presidency.  "Korea Betrayed "will be a welcome addition to the bookshelf of every stud



About the Author



DONALD KIRK is a house author. He is the author of Korean Crisis and Looted: The Philippines After the Bases. He writes for the International Herald Tribune.
Dimensions (Overall): 8.4 Inches (H) x 5.5 Inches (W) x .8 Inches (D)
Weight: .75 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 251
Genre: Political Science
Sub-Genre: Political Process
Publisher: Palgrave MacMillan
Theme: General
Format: Paperback
Author: D Kirk
Language: English
Street Date: March 1, 2005
TCIN: 1006741452
UPC: 9780312240172
Item Number (DPCI): 247-05-9419
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
If the item details aren’t accurate or complete, we want to know about it.

Shipping details

Estimated ship dimensions: 0.8 inches length x 5.5 inches width x 8.4 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.75 pounds
We regret that this item cannot be shipped to PO Boxes.
This item cannot be shipped to the following locations: American Samoa (see also separate entry under AS), Guam (see also separate entry under GU), Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto Rico (see also separate entry under PR), United States Minor Outlying Islands, Virgin Islands, U.S., APO/FPO

Return details

This item can be returned to any Target store or Target.com.
This item must be returned within 90 days of the date it was purchased in store, shipped, delivered by a Shipt shopper, or made ready for pickup.
See the return policy for complete information.

Related Categories

Get top deals, latest trends, and more.

Privacy policy

Footer

About Us

About TargetCareersNews & BlogTarget BrandsBullseye ShopSustainability & GovernancePress CenterAdvertise with UsInvestorsAffiliates & PartnersSuppliersTargetPlus

Help

Target HelpReturnsTrack OrdersRecallsContact UsFeedbackAccessibilitySecurity & FraudTeam Member ServicesLegal & Privacy

Stores

Find a StoreClinicPharmacyTarget OpticalMore In-Store Services

Services

Target Circle™Target Circle™ CardTarget Circle 360™Target AppRegistrySame Day DeliveryOrder PickupDrive UpFree 2-Day ShippingShipping & DeliveryMore Services
PinterestFacebookInstagramXYoutubeTiktokTermsCA Supply ChainPrivacy PolicyCA Privacy RightsYour Privacy ChoicesInterest Based AdsHealth Privacy Policy