Sadako And The Thousand Paper Cranes by Eleanor Coerr
Set in post-World War II Japan, this poignant story follows a young girl who dreams of becoming a champion runner but is suddenly diagnosed with leukemia, a result of the atomic bomb dropped on Hiroshima. Inspired by a Japanese legend that promises a wish granted to anyone who folds a thousand paper cranes, she begins folding cranes with hope and determination. Her journey becomes a symbol of peace and resilience, touching the hearts of those around her and leaving a lasting legacy that transcends her own life.
- Published
- 1977
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Very Short
- Pages
- 64
- Original Language
- English
- Avg User Rating
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(4.7)
- Alternate Titles
- None
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