Casey Lartigue Jr.

About the Author

Casey Lartigue Jr. is a dynamic writer and advocate whose work bridges the harrowing realities of defection and the hopeful paths of resettlement. Drawing from extensive fieldwork and personal encounters in South Korea, he illuminates the human stories behind geopolitical tensions. His acclaimed book, Escape from North Korea, New Beginnings in South Korea: 20 North Korean Refugees Reflect on the Hanawon Resettlement Center, offers intimate reflections from twenty refugees, shedding light on the challenges and triumphs of starting anew after fleeing oppression. Lartigue's commitment to amplifying marginalized voices has established him as a vital chronicler of North Korean diaspora experiences, inspiring readers to confront issues of freedom, identity, and resilience in a divided world.