ChaeJin Lee
A Troubled Peace: U.S. Policy and the Two Koreas
- ISBN 13:
- 9780801883316
- author:
- ChaeJin Lee
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Johns Hopkins University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2006
- Pages:
- 376
- Dimensions:
- 15.2 x 2.5 x 22.9 cm
- Genre:
- History, Countries & Regions, Asia, Chae-Jin Lee,A Troubled Peace: U.S. Policy and the Two Koreas,Johns Hopkins University Press,0801883318,USA,Politics / Current Events,Political Science,20th century,Korea (North) - Foreign relations - United States
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
A Troubled Peace: U.S. Policy and the Two Koreas by Chae-Jin Lee explores the complex history of U.S.-Korea relations since 1948, examining the shifting goals and methods used to implement them. Through a detailed analysis of declassified documents and interviews with officials, Lee sheds light on key factors that have influenced U.S. policy in Korea. Lee's study reveals the intricate web of relationships between the United States, China, Japan, Russia, and the two Koreas, drawing on concepts such as containment, deterrence, engagement, preemption, and appeasement. By examining these dynamics, Lee provides a nuanced understanding of the challenges faced by all parties in their pursuit of coexistence. This comprehensive analysis offers a balanced perspective on the complexities of U.S.-Korea relations, providing valuable insights for those interested in international relations, history, and politics.