Ghosts of the Tsunami Summary Audiobook

Richard Lloyd Parry

Death and life in Japan's disaster zone

4.235619ratings(GoodReaders reference)

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Author: Richard Lloyd Parry

Narrator: Brian

Format: MP3

IBSN: 9780374253974

Language: English

Publish Date: 31/08/2017

Audiobook length: 31min

Chapter 1Overview

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Chapter 2What happened at Okawa Primary School after the earthquake?

Chapter 3Status of parents after the disaster

Chapter 4The Okawa tragedy is both a natural and man-made disaster

Chapter 5Japanese social problems were revealed by the disaster

Chapter 6Summary & Review

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Who should listen Ghosts of the Tsunami

"Ghosts of the Tsunami" by Richard Lloyd Parry is a compelling exploration of the 2011 Tōhoku earthquake and tsunami, making it essential listening for those interested in disaster narratives, cultural history, and human resilience. The audiobook appeals to readers who seek a deeper understanding of the tragedy's impact on individuals and communities, as well as those intrigued by the intersections of memory, loss, and the supernatural. It is particularly resonant for listeners looking to comprehend the personal stories behind the headlines, as Richard Lloyd Parry deftly intertwines personal accounts with broader societal reflections.

3 quotes from Ghosts of the Tsunami

"The past is never dead. It’s not even past." - This quote emphasizes the enduring impact of traumatic events and how they shape our present reality.
"Sometimes silence speaks more than words, and in the face of tragedy, the unsaid holds immense weight." - This highlights the depth of human grief and the powerful emotions tied to loss that often go unexpressed.
"Memory is a double-edged sword; it preserves life but can also be a haunting reminder of what’s been lost." - This reflects on how memories of past disasters can influence the present, often serving both as a comfort and a source of pain.

Author : Richard Lloyd Parry

Richard Lloyd Parry is a British author and renowned foreign correspondent. He is the Asia editor and Tokyo bureau chief of The Times of London. Focusing on Japanese social issues, Parry is a prolific writer of books and articles. He has settled in Tokyo since 1995. Having felt 17,257 earthquake tremors in more than 20 years in Japan, he is quite familiar with the phenomenon of earthquakes. The book Ghosts of the Tsunami won him the Folio Prize in 2018.

Ghosts of the Tsunami Summary Audiobook

Name: Ghosts of the Tsunami
Rating: 4.23 (5619 reviews)
Author: Richard Lloyd Parry

Richard Lloyd Parry

Death and life in Japan's disaster zone

4.235619ratings(GoodReaders reference)

Play Sample

00:00

Information

Author: Richard Lloyd Parry

Narrator: Brian

Format: MP3

IBSN: 9780374253974

Language: English

Publish Date: 31/08/2017

Audiobook length: 31 min

Chapter 1Overview

Play Sample

Chapter 2What happened at Okawa Primary School after the earthquake?

Chapter 3Status of parents after the disaster

Chapter 4The Okawa tragedy is both a natural and man-made disaster

Chapter 5Japanese social problems were revealed by the disaster

Chapter 6Summary & Review

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Who should listen Ghosts of the Tsunami

3 quotes from Ghosts of the Tsunami

"The past is never dead. It’s not even past." - This quote emphasizes the enduring impact of traumatic events and how they shape our present reality.
"Sometimes silence speaks more than words, and in the face of tragedy, the unsaid holds immense weight." - This highlights the depth of human grief and the powerful emotions tied to loss that often go unexpressed.
"Memory is a double-edged sword; it preserves life but can also be a haunting reminder of what’s been lost." - This reflects on how memories of past disasters can influence the present, often serving both as a comfort and a source of pain.