Aiko's Journey Part TwoThis is a sequel of "Aiko's Journey, Part I". It is a continuation of the life of a Korean-Japanese girl who lived in Japan, Korea and China during the Japanese militaristic regime. In "Aiko's Journey, Part II" she describes post World War II conditions in China and Japan, of which few people have any knowledge. It has been over sixty years since the end of World War II and the people who have carried the scars of the War are gradually passing away. The world now consists of the young who have no knowledge or experience of the war. The author hopes that this story will help encourage and give hope to those who are in difficulties. One's hopes and dreams can be fulfilled if one but perseveres. |
Contents
About the Story | |
chapter 20 | |
Mr Liea s Family and Other Friends | |
goodbye | |
chapter 23 | |
chapter 24 | |
chapter 25 | |
conyent oi the Sacred Heart | |
Common terms and phrases
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