Reviews

Hiroshima: Three Witnesses by

linneym's review

5.0

This is an incredibly moving book. My previous knowledge of the bombing of Hiroshima was limited to say the least, being mostly from high school history class. Needless to say, Hiroshima: Three Witnesses was eye-opening. Sankichi Tōge's Poems of the Atomic Bomb should be required reading for anyone in a position of political power.

bunnybonanza's review against another edition

5.0

Of course I had heard about Barefoot Gen before, nevertheless I didn't feel compelled to read the series until now. This story behind Barefoot Gen adds a whole new dimension to the character. Nakazawa has a way of telling his life's story with such detail and ease which makes his experience of the atomic bomb accessible and understandable. Furthermore, I felt inspired, reading about Nakazawa's determination in his journey to become a professional manga artist. This book has left me wanting to explore his other works as well as the works of the people that inspired him.

val_halla's review

4.0

I really respect Minear for taking the time to do this translation, as these are all important pieces of literature from postwar Japan.