45 pages 1 hour read

Masaji Ishikawa, Transl. Martin Brown, Transl. Risa Kobayashi

A River in Darkness: One Man's Escape from North Korea

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2000

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A River in Darkness: One Man's Escape from North Korea delivers a harrowing account of Ishikawa's life in North Korea and his daring escape. The narrative is gripping and eye-opening, providing insight into the regime's brutality. Some readers find the prose straightforward but lacking depth in emotional reflection. Overall, it's a powerful memoir that sheds light on a hidden world.

Who should read this

Who Should Read A River in Darkness?

Readers who value human rights, political memoirs, and survival stories will appreciate A River in Darkness. Fans of Escape from Camp 14 or Nothing to Envy will find this compelling North Korean defection story deeply engrossing and enlightening.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Topics
History: World
History: Asian
Politics / Government
Genre
Japanese Literature
Biography
Inspirational
Themes
Relationships: Family
Emotions/Behavior: Conflict
Emotions/Behavior: Courage