Unveiling the Unspoken: “Kim Jiyoung, Born 1982” and the Relentless Pressure on Women

Nilay Ustun
3 min readJun 17, 2023
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In a society where gender roles and expectations still dominate, women often find themselves grappling with numerous challenges and pressures. “Kim Jiyoung, Born 1982,” an influential novel by Cho Nam-joo, delves into the lived experiences of its eponymous protagonist, shedding light on the relentless pressure and discrimination faced by women…

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Nilay Ustun

Chemical Engineer, MSc, MBA Loves reading, walking, writing, looking and then passing… Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSpKHIM7SWlNdsGZUJbo4tQ