What Were Men
What Were Men by Joseph Lee is a memoir published by Author Solutions Incorporated on August 23, 2017. This edition, written in English and spanning 136 pages, presents a collection of stories from Lee’s life as one of over seven thousand Koreans who worked as guest laborers in West Germany from 1964 to 1975. Lee recounts his experiences in the coal mines during a three-year contract, aiming to save money for his doctorate, while reflecting on the resilience and determination of Koreans both at home and abroad.
In What Were Men, readers will find a blend of personal anecdotes that highlight the challenges and triumphs faced by Lee and his fellow workers. The memoir delves into various segments of his life, offering entertaining insights into his relationships with his wife and acquaintances, all portrayed with a sense of humor and humanity. Through these narratives, Lee illustrates the courage and optimism that characterized his journey, making this work a thoughtful exploration of the human spirit amid adversity.
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More than seven thousand Koreans were guest workers in West Germany from 1964 to 1975. Author Joseph Lee was one of them. He worked in the coal mines on a three-year contract with the goal of saving money to earn a doctorate. In What Were Men, Lee shares a collection of stories from his life, including his personal experiences in the mines. He bears witness to the will and the ways of Koreans in Korea and abroad who acted boldly in spite of the difficulties they faced. In this memoir, Lee discusses the various segments of his life. He offers entertaining stories about himself, his wife, and acquaintances who are flawed and so very human. What Were Men narrates the story of a young Korean man who courageously unfolded his will for the future, who thought positively, and who practiced all things together.
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