Extended Summary - The Island Of Sea Women - Based On The Book By Lisa See

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EXTENDED SUMMARY 
  
THE ISLAND OF SEA WOMEN 
BASED ON THE BOOK BY LISA SEE 
  
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CONTENT 
The Haenyeo Tradition and Early Years 
The 1930s and Struggles Under Japanese Rule 
The Bonds of Friendship and Family 
Wartime and Personal Losses 
Generational Shifts and Changing Traditions 
The 4.3 Incident and its Aftermath 
Divorce, Betrayal, and Forgiveness 
Returning to Jeju and the Search for Redemption 
The Next Generation and the Future of the Haenyeo 
General Analysis of The Island of Sea Women 
  
ABOUT THE ORIGINAL BOOK 
The Island of Sea Women by Lisa See is a historical novel set on Jeju Island, South Korea, exploring the lives of two women, Young-sook and Mi-ja, who are part of the haenyeo, a group of female divers who harvest seafood from the ocean. The story spans decades, highlighting themes of friendship, sacrifice, betrayal, and the complexities of female empowerment in a matriarchal society. The novel delves into the personal and collective struggles faced by these women during significant historical events such as the Japanese occupation, the Korean War, and the 4.3 Incident, exploring trauma, resilience, and reconciliation.

Durée: 28 minutes (00:28:05)
Date de publication: 03/01/2025; Unabridged; Copyright Year: — Copyright Statment: —