
A westerner's visit into North Korea, told in the form of a graphic novel.
Famously referred to as one of the "Axis of Evil" countries, North Korea remains one of the most secretive and mysterious nations in the world today. In early 2001 cartoonist Guy Delisle became one of the few Westerners to be allowed access to the fortresslike country. While living in the nation's capital for two months on a work visa for a French film animation company, Delisle observed what he was allowed to see of the culture and lives of the few North Koreans he encountered; his findingsform the basis of this remarkable graphic novel. Pyongyang is an informative, personal, and accessible look at a dangerous and enigmatic country.
Publisher:
Montreal : Drawn & Quarterly ; New York : Distributed in the USA by Farrar, Straus and Giroux, 2005.
ISBN:
9781896597898
1896597890
1896597890
Characteristics:
176 p. :,ill., map ;,23 cm.


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Add a CommentThis book is an excellent example that commentaries are best expressed in graphic form. Delisle's illustrations surpass winded descriptions and explanations of his fascinating experience working temporarily as an animator in North Korea. This is a must-read.