
NPR's Book of the Day 'The Liberators' details the lives of Korean-Americans grappling with the war
Nov 14, 2023
Author E.J. Koh discusses her debut novel, The Liberators, and delves into themes of family, immigration, and the impact of Korean history. Exploring the influence of the Korean War on individuals and their families. The interconnectedness of destruction and restoration and the different interpretations characters have of a catastrophic event. Reflecting on sinking ships as a metaphor and the difficulty of expressing hope and love. The significance of testimony and storytelling in coping with mass trauma and a new novel called 'The Liberators' that explores these themes.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Exploring the Impact of the Korean War on Individuals and Families
01:44 • 2min
Exploring the Concept of Destruction and Restoration
04:05 • 2min
Reflections on metaphorical sinking ships, hope, and love
06:28 • 2min
The Process of Testimony and Storytelling for Coping with Mass Trauma
08:18 • 2min
