The Island of Sea Women tells the story of a feminist utopia on Jeju, a Korean Island, where for centuries, all-female diving groups have harvested seafood for their families and markets. This story celebrates women’s strengths and the strengths of friendship reminding us how powerful women can and must be to survive.
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