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Shin's escape from one of North Korea's most heavily guaraded political camps is incredible - it should never have happened.
Blaine Harden has done a remarkable job of telling Shin's story, without turning him into a "hero." It boldly explores the psychological effects of the camps on people while in the camps and after, while trying to assimilate into Western society.
This is one of those books that I think about long after I've finished it. It's messages stay with me, prompt me to be a better p ...more
Blaine Harden has done a remarkable job of telling Shin's story, without turning him into a "hero." It boldly explores the psychological effects of the camps on people while in the camps and after, while trying to assimilate into Western society.
This is one of those books that I think about long after I've finished it. It's messages stay with me, prompt me to be a better p ...more
This very timely book gives important insights into North Korean culture and politics. Shin was born and raised in a concentration camp and knew nothing of the outside world. His miraculous escape and journey to China and South Korea highlight his many challenges in adapting to a world he could never have imagined. It is a fascinating read that invokes many questions about our own country's foreign policy and responsibilities.
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