Impossible State
Victor Cha
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Impossible State
by Victor Cha
Published
2012
Publisher
The Bodley Head
Pages
552
Description
Looks at the nation of North Korea, its history, social conditions, and place in world politics as it stands today and where it is likely to end up in the future. In this book the author, pulls back the curtain on provocative, isolationist North Korea, providing our best look yet at its history and the rise of the Kim family dynasty and the obsessive personality cult that empowers them. He illuminates the repressive regime's complex economy and culture, its appalling record of human rights abuses, and its belligerent relationship with the United States, and analyzes the regime's major security issues, from the seemingly endless war with its southern neighbor to its frightening nuclear ambitions, all in light of the destabilizing effects of Kim Jong-il's death and the transition of power to his unpredictable heir. This history warns of a regime that might be closer to its end than many might think, a political collapse for which America and its allies may be woefully unprepared.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Impossible State?
This edition of Impossible State has approximately 552 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Impossible State?
For most readers, Impossible State typically takes between 11h 30m and 7h 40m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 138,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 9h 12m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 19 days • Estimated word count: 138,000 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Impossible State?
The estimated word count for Impossible State is approximately 138,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Impossible State?
Impossible State was written by Victor Cha.
When was Impossible State published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2012. The original work may have been published on a different date.