# North Korea: The People's Paradise - Hardcover

by **Tariq Zaidi** (Author), **Tariq Zaidi** (Photographer), **Stuart Smith** (Designed by)

**Intriguing images challenging misconceptions and stereo- types surrounding this often-misunderstood country**  

In January 2020, North Korea has officially closed its borders. But even  
before that date, photographing the enigmatic landscapes of North Korea  
posed immense challenges due to the regime's strict control and  
prohibition of unauthorized photography. However, armed with a vast  
archive of images captured painstakingly over two years, Tariq Zaidi  
curates a selection of more than 100 remarkable photographs that offer a  
glimpse into North Korean society. Zaidi's lens skilfully captures the  
resilience, spirit, and cultural nuances of the North Korean people in  
their everyday lives. Each photograph acts as a window into a hidden  
reality, unveiling the intricate interplay between tradition and  
modernity while illuminating the complex dynamics of a nation navigating  
its path amid global scrutiny. Following the award-winning Sapeurs. Ladies and Gentlemen of the Congo, this is Zaidi's second publication with Kehrer Verlag.

### Author Biography

Tariq Zaidi, a London-based photographer, transitioned his career in 2014 to pursue his passion for capturing the dignity, strength, and soul of people in their environments. His photography focuses on critical social issues, systemic inequalities, cultural traditions, and marginalized communities worldwide.

In 2020, Zaidi gained recognition for his debut book, _Sapeurs. Ladies_ _and Gentlemen of the Congo_, which received acclaim as a finalist for the Lucie Photo Book Award, Photography Book of the Year by Pictures of the Year International (POYi), and African Photobook of the Year. Vogue also named it one of the Best Fashion Books of the Year, and it was showcased at the Visa pour l'image International Festival of Photojournalism. His second book, _Sin Salida_, released in 2021, delved into human rights issues in El Salvador, earning him top honours at the 2020 Media Awards by Amnesty International and the International Photography Awards (IPA) in 2022. The book was also a finalist for the Lucie Photo Book Prize and POYi's 'Photography Book of the Year' in 2023.

Zaidi's photography has been featured in over 1,000 publications across 90 countries, including The Guardian, BBC, National Geographic, CNN, Washington Post, Newsweek, Der Spiegel, GQ, Marie Claire, and Vogue. With over 70 international awards, including honours from Sony World Photography Awards and the National Press Photographers Association's (NPPA) Best of Photojournalism Awards his work has been exhibited in more than 90 international exhibitions, spanning projects in 25 countries across four continents. Tariq Zaidi is a self-taught photographer with an M.Sc. degree from University College London.

**Number of Pages:** 176

**Dimensions:** 0.8 x 10.8 x 7.6 IN

**Publication Date:** April 02, 2024

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