Yobo: Korean American Writing in Hawaiʻi

From the earliest of plantation experiences to modern life and culture in the 50th state, topics explored by the writers chronicle the Korean experience in Hawai¹i and on the mainland through evocative essays, poetry, and prose. From the introduction: "The word yobo still brings that pinch of pain, conjuring up old injuries...we forgot that yobo is a term of endearment, born of love both passionate and spiritual. We offer these stories...yours and mine, historical and personal, communal and familial. Yobo, reclaimed, survives anger and shame, transforming into a renewed appreciation for family, love, tradition, courage, independence, self"