J.E. Hoare and Susan Pares
CHARGÉ D'AFFAIRES, PYONGYANG, 2001-2002
ISBN 1-901903-96-6 - 192pp • Plates • Paper
July 2005 - £15.99
| KEY FEATURE(S): J.E.Hoare, who is a leading scholar of Korean affairs, and a recently retired diplomat, was responsible for setting up the first British Embassy in Pyongyang during 2001-2002. As Chargé d’Affaires and Consul General over a period of nearly two years, he had unique access to many aspects of the North Korean Administration, the functioning of business and industry, and the country as a whole. |
Written in conjunction with his wife Susan Pares, former Editor of Asian Affairs, who lived through the experiences, and co-authored with him an earlier general introduction to Korea, this volume is an up-to-date primary reference source on North Korea and will become essential reading for anyone visiting or researching the country. Special consideration is given to North Korea’s foreign policy, the functioning of the administration, the North's relationship with the South, the question of reunification and nuclear issues.
Divided into two sections: Part I addresses fundamentals, including Geography, History, Politics and Government, Economy, Education, Religious Practice, Cultural Values and View of the Outside World. Part II offers more practical guidelines to travellers, including Festivals, Important Cultural and Architectural Landmarks, Business Etiquette, Dealing with Officialdom and Taboos.
A 16pp plate section in colour and b/white provides a range of contemporary images of North Korea, covering many aspects of daily and institutional life.
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