Year of Impossible Goodbyes
Describe symbolism in Year of Impossible Goodbyes by Sook Nyul Choi
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Sookan's mother's hairpin is a symbol of the Korean people, who at this time were forced to hide their value and beauty from their oppressors.
Year of Impossible Goodbyes