Lost Names

9-12
Lost Names

Lost Names

By: Richard E. Kim

A compelling addition to your homeschool history or literature curriculum, Lost Names brings to life the deeply personal story of one Korean family's courage under Japanese occupation. Through the eyes of a young boy, readers experience what it means to lose a name—but not identity, heritage, or hope.Vividly written and rich with historical context, this classic novel invites meaningful discussion about culture, oppression, and the power of resilience. A perfect choice for parents and educators looking to inspire empathy, critical thinking, and a deeper understanding of East Asian history.

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In this classic tale, Richard E. Kim paints seven vivid scenes from a boyhood and early adolescence in Korea at the height of the Japanese occupation, 1932 to 1945. Taking its title from the grim fact that the occupiers forced the Koreans to renounce their own names and adopt Japanese names instead, the book follows one Korean family through the Japanese occupation to the surrender of the Japanese empire. Lost Names is at once a loving memory of family and a vivid portrayal of life in a time of anguish.
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Used in Modern U.S. and World History 11-12

  • By: Richard E. Kim

  • Pages: 224

  • ISBN: 9780520268128

  • Media: Paperback

  • Reading level: 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
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