Hiroshima (1946) by John Richard Hersey
Hiroshima is a powerful narrative that recounts the experiences of survivors of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima during World War II. It provides a poignant look at the human cost of war and the impact of nuclear weapons.
Rating: 3.9
Genres Historical, Non-fiction
Original language: en
Stars
Dr. Masakazu Fujii
Mrs. Hatsuyo Nakamura
Father Wilhelm Kleinsorge
Dr. Terufumi Sasaki
Miss Toshiko Sasaki
Mr. Kiyoshi Tanimoto
Creators
John Richard Hersey (author)
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