In Order To Live

In Order To Live is a gripping memoir penned by Yeonmi Park. Published in 2016 by Penguin Books Ltd, this book falls under the genre of autobiography and is a testament to the strength of human spirit. It chronicles the journey of Park, who was born in North Korea and managed to escape to South Korea and eventually to the West. The book is a poignant narrative of her life in North Korea, her escape with her mother across the Gobi desert to China and Mongolia, and finally to South Korea. The book provides a first-hand account of the brutalities of the North Korean regime, the human rights abuses, and the struggle for freedom. In Order To Live is an inspiring tale of resilience, survival, and hope amidst despair. It is a must-read for those interested in understanding the realities of life in North Korea. Penguin Books Ltd, known for publishing quality literature, has done justice to this powerful narrative by Yeonmi Park.

Yeonmi Park was not dreaming of freedom when she escaped from North Korea. She didn't even know what it meant to be free. All she knew was that she was running for her life, that if she and her family stayed behind they would die. This is the story of Park's struggle to survive in the most repressive country on earth, and her harrowing escape.