59 pages 1 hour read

John Hersey

Hiroshima

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1946

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Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

John Hersey's Hiroshima is praised for its powerful, humanistic portrayal of the atomic bomb's impact on six survivors. Reviewers commend its meticulous journalism and eloquent, compassionate storytelling. Some critique the lack of broader historical context and perceived bias. Overall, the book is lauded for bringing human faces to a pivotal event in history.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Hiroshima?

Readers who appreciate Hiroshima by John Hersey are typically interested in historical events, human resilience, and the moral implications of war. Similar to those who enjoy Night by Elie Wiesel or The Diary of Anne Frank, they seek profound, personal narratives that explore the impacts of significant historical tragedies.

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Reading Age

15+years

Lexile Level

1190L

Book Details

Genre
Journalism
Creative Nonfiction
Education
Topics
History: Asian
History: World
Education
Period
WWII / World War II
Themes
Emotions/Behavior: Conflict
Emotions/Behavior: Courage
Life/Time: Mortality & Death