by D. Kirk (Author)

This book recounts the rise of Kim Dae Jung from an oppressed region of Korea, beginning with his schooldays, his activities in the Korean War and his entry into politics and concluding with discussion of his Sunshine policy, his summit with North Korea's Kim Jong Il and his drive for the Nobel.

Author Biography

DONALD KIRK is a journalist and author who has covered Korea for American newspapers and magazines as a Far East correspondent.