Cambodian-American Writer Reveals Mystery of Father's Death

trauma – n. a very difficult or unpleasant experience that causes someone to have mental or emotional problems usually for a long time

inspire – v. to give (someone) an idea about what to do or create

tarmac – n. the area covered by pavement at an airport

archive – n. a place in which public records or historical materials (such as documents) are kept

focus – v. to cause (something, such as attention) to be directed at something specific — + on

theme – n. a particular subject or issue that is discussed often or repeatedly

reinvention – n. becoming a different kind of person, performer, etc.

scar – n. a feeling of great emotional pain or sadness that is caused by a bad experience and that lasts for a long time