Book review: A new history reconsiders Korea’s unending war with itself



Opinion Book review: A new history reconsiders Korea’s unending war with itself ‘Korea at War’ traces roots of Korean War back to 19th century and debunks myths that North Korea and US still propagate David Tizzard July 24, 2023 SHARE COPY LINK FACEBOOK X LINKEDIN MASTODON A young girl carrying a baby on her back walks by a stalled tank during the Korean War in June 1951 \| Image: Maj. R.V. Spencer of U.S. Navy, via Morning Calm Weekly Newspaper “Korea at War: Conflicts that Shaped the World” is Michael J. Seth’s ninth book on the country, and with the 70th Anniversary of the signing of the Armistice Agreement this month, it provides a timely framework to understand the division of this land and its people. While many readers may yawn at the prospect of another book on the Korean War — certainly the title and cover do this one no favors — the content is informative, balanced and supported by enough analysis to provide value for even the most seasoned of readers. “Korea at War: Conflicts that Shaped the World” is Michael J. Seth’s ninth book on the country, and with the 70th Anniversary of the signing of the Armistice Agreement this month, it provides a timely framework to understand the division of this land and its people. While many readers may yawn at the prospect of another book on the Korean War — certainly the title and cover do this one no favors — the content is informative, balanced and supported by enough analysis to provide value for even the most seasoned of readers. Try unlimited access Only $1 for four weeks Unlimited access to all of NK News: reporting, investigations, analysis Year-one discount if you continue past $1 trial period The NK News Daily Update, an email newsletter to keep you in the loop Searchable archive of all content, photo galleries, special columns Contact NK News reporters with tips or requests for reporting Get unlimited access to all NK News content, including original reporting, investigations, and analyses by our team of DPRK experts. Subscribe now All major cards accepted. No commitments – you can cancel any time. © Korea Risk Group. All rights reserved. No part of this content may be reproduced, distributed, or used for commercial purposes without prior written permission from Korea Risk Group. Get the Daily Update Start your day with the North Korea stories that matter most – as selected by And how should we address you in correspondence? One more step! Please check your inbox, for an email we just sent you, and click on the confirmation message in it to get subscribed to our Daily News Update. Trending

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Book review: A new history reconsiders Korea’s unending war with itself

‘Korea at War’ traces roots of Korean War back to 19th century and debunks myths that North Korea and US still propagate

David Tizzard July 24, 2023

Book review: A new history reconsiders Korea’s unending war with itself

A young girl carrying a baby on her back walks by a stalled tank during the Korean War in June 1951 | Image: Maj. R.V. Spencer of U.S. Navy, via Morning Calm Weekly Newspaper

“Korea at War: Conflicts that Shaped the World” is Michael J. Seth’s ninth book on the country, and with the 70th Anniversary of the signing of the Armistice Agreement this month, it provides a timely framework to understand the division of this land and its people.

While many readers may yawn at the prospect of another book on the Korean War — certainly the title and cover do this one no favors — the content is informative, balanced and supported by enough analysis to provide value for even the most seasoned of readers.

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