Hiroshima Summary Audiobook

John Hersey

Stories of atomic bomb survivors

4.0277741ratings(GoodReaders reference)

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Author: John Hersey

Narrator: Brian

Format: MP3

IBSN: 9780679721031

Language: English

Publish Date: 23/12/1969

Audiobook length: 31min

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Chapter 2Mrs. Hatsuyo Nakamura: Accepting fate and pushing on

Chapter 3Dr. Terufumi Sasaki: Keeping disaster at arm’s length

Chapter 4Dr. Masakazu Fujii: The healing power of enjoyment

Chapter 5Mr. Kiyoshi Tanimoto: The pastor caught in a dilemma

Chapter 6Miss Toshiko Sasaki: Blooming through the ashes

Chapter 7Father Wilhelm Kleinsorge: Selfless giving and self-forgetting

Chapter 8Summary&Review

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Who should listen Hiroshima

The summary audiobook of "Hiroshima" by John Hersey is ideal for anyone seeking to understand the profound human impact of the atomic bombing in World War II, including students, history enthusiasts, and individuals interested in war narratives and moral dilemmas. It offers a poignant exploration of survival, trauma, and resilience, making it essential listening for those who wish to gain insight into the personal stories behind historical events. Additionally, it serves as a powerful reminder of the consequences of warfare, appealing to activists and educators advocating for peace and nuclear disarmament.

3 quotes from Hiroshima

"The atomic bomb was dropped on Hiroshima on August 6, 1945, but the aftermath of that day continues to haunt humanity, revealing the true cost of war and the fragility of life."
"Hiroshima is not just an event; it is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit amidst unimaginable suffering and the relentless quest for peace and understanding."
"The stories of the survivors remind us that war is not simply a history of bombs and destruction, but a profound moral challenge that we must face with compassion and empathy."

Author : John Hersey

John Hersey was born in 1914 to Protestant missionary parents from the Young Men's Christian Association, in Tianjin, China. At the age of ten, he returned to the United States with his parents and completed his studies at Yale and Cambridge University. Throughout World War II, he traveled east and west, writing for Time, Life, and The New Yorker. In addition to Hiroshima, his works include Men on Bataan, Into the Valley, and the 1945 Pulitzer Prize-winning A Bell for Adano.

Hiroshima Summary Audiobook

Name: Hiroshima
Rating: 4.02 (77741 reviews)
Author: John Hersey

John Hersey

Stories of atomic bomb survivors

4.0277741ratings(GoodReaders reference)

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00:00

Information

Author: John Hersey

Narrator: Brian

Format: MP3

IBSN: 9780679721031

Language: English

Publish Date: 23/12/1969

Audiobook length: 31 min

Chapter 1Overview

Play Sample

Chapter 2Mrs. Hatsuyo Nakamura: Accepting fate and pushing on

Chapter 3Dr. Terufumi Sasaki: Keeping disaster at arm’s length

Chapter 4Dr. Masakazu Fujii: The healing power of enjoyment

Chapter 5Mr. Kiyoshi Tanimoto: The pastor caught in a dilemma

Chapter 6Miss Toshiko Sasaki: Blooming through the ashes

Chapter 7Father Wilhelm Kleinsorge: Selfless giving and self-forgetting

Chapter 8Summary&Review

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3 quotes from Hiroshima

"The atomic bomb was dropped on Hiroshima on August 6, 1945, but the aftermath of that day continues to haunt humanity, revealing the true cost of war and the fragility of life."
"Hiroshima is not just an event; it is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit amidst unimaginable suffering and the relentless quest for peace and understanding."
"The stories of the survivors remind us that war is not simply a history of bombs and destruction, but a profound moral challenge that we must face with compassion and empathy."