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

EXTENDED SUMMARY

THE ISLAND OF SEA WOMEN

BASED ON THE BOOK BY LISA SEE

SUMMARY WRITTEN BY: QUICK READING LIBRARY

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.

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Release date

Audiobook: 7 January 2025