Books Book Review: ‘Korean Messiah,’ by Jonathan Cheng
A new history by Jonathan Cheng argues that an influx of missionaries in the late 19th century profoundly shaped the ruling Kim family dynasty.
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· April 14, 2026 · 1 min read
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A new history by Jonathan Cheng argues that an influx of missionaries in the late 19th century profoundly shaped the ruling Kim family dynasty.
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