Sadako and the thousand paper cranes
Eleanor Coerr

Sadako and the thousand paper cranes

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  • Tragic Inspiration: This poignant narrative is based on the true story of Sadako, a young Hiroshima-born girl who bravely confronts leukemia, known as the "atom bomb disease."
  • Athletic Protagonist: Sadako, initially a vibrant and athletic star of her school's running team, experiences dizzy spells that mark the onset of her grave illness.
  • Symbolic Cranes: Recalling a Japanese legend, Sadako embarks on a hopeful endeavor to fold one thousand paper cranes, believing this act will grant her wish for health.
  • Enduring Courage: The book celebrates Sadako's extraordinary spirit and courage, which ultimately made her a revered heroine in Japan.
  • Literary Recognition: Praised as "An extraordinary book," it is described as compelling and unforgettable by Booklist, receiving a starred review.
  • Book Dimensions: This paperback edition, published by Puffin Books in 1987, contains 79 pages and has an ISBN13 of 9780698118027.
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Jan 30, 2020
UnhappyCustomer
5 out of 5 stars review

Buyitt. Read it. Enjoy it!

Very good story about a little girl dying in the hospital from cancer after the bombs were dropped in Japan during WWII! She folds paper cranes while she dreams of getting better. This is a good book! No spoiler alerts for you guys!

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