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The Two Koreas: A Contemporary History

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The Two Koreas: A Contemporary History

Ever since Korea was first divided at the end of World War II, the tension between its northern and southern halves has riveted --- and threatened to embroil --- the rest of the world. In this landmark history, now thoroughly revised and updated in conjunction with Korea expert Robert Carlin, veteran journalist Don Oberdorfer grippingly describes how a historically homogenous people became locked in a perpetual struggle for supremacy --- and how they might yet be reconciled.

The Two Koreas: A Contemporary History
by Don Oberdorfer and Robert Carlin

  • Publication Date: December 10, 2013
  • Genres: History, Nonfiction
  • Paperback: 560 pages
  • Publisher: Basic Books
  • ISBN-10: 0465031234
  • ISBN-13: 9780465031238