Author Barbara Demick's book about North Korean in the turbulent times between the death of Kim il-Sung and Kim Jong-il is a rare look at everyday existence in one of the most repressive regimes seen in the 20th century. This Royal Asiatic Society meeting will discuss the book and Demick's other achievements as a world-reknowned journalist. 70rmb for RAS members, 100rmb for non, including a little drink.