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The Historical Dictionary of Democratic People’s Republic of Korea provides a clear and easily understood history of the DPRK, also known as North Korea. It examines the historic roots of the country from the 1800s up to the death of Kim Jong Il. There are factual essays on leaders such as Kim Il Sung and Kim Jong Il, as well as some of their supporters and opponents, on organizations such as the Korean Worker’s Party, the Supreme People’s Assembly (parliament), and on the lives and livelihood of the people. Issues such as the DPRK nuclear and missile programs are also explained.
This reference includes a detailed chronology, an introductory essay, appendixes, an extensive bibliography, and over 300 cross-referenced dictionary entries on important personalities, leading political figures, institutions, economic enterprises, ethnic communities, and cultural features. This book is an excellent access point for students, researchers, and anyone wanting to know more about the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea.
Editor’s Foreword Preface Reader’s Note Acronyms and Abbreviations Chronology Maps Introduction The Dictionary Bibliography Appendix A. Korean Armistice Agreement 27 July 1953
Appendix B. 4 July 1972 North-South Joint Declaration Appendix C. Agreed Framework between the United States of America and the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea, Geneva 21 October 1994
Appendix D. June 2000 North- South Joint Statement Appendix E. DPRK-United States October 2000 Joint Statement Appendix F. DPRK-Japan September 2002 Pyongyang Declaration Appendix G. 2005 Six Party Talks Statement Appendix H. 2007 Six Party Talks Statement Appendix I. UN Security Council Resolution 1874 (2009)
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The Historical Dictionary of Democratic People’s Republic of Korea provides a clear and easily understood history of the DPRK, also known as North Korea. It examines the historic roots of the country from the 1800s up to the death of Kim Jong Il. There are factual essays on leaders such as Kim Il Sung and Kim Jong Il, as well as some of their supporters and opponents, on organizations such as the Korean Worker’s Party, the Supreme People’s Assembly (parliament), and on the lives and livelihood of the people. ...