Description
This poignant story, based on a true account, follows Sadako, a spirited young girl whose life is irrevocably changed by the atomic bombing of Hiroshima. Diagnosed with leukemia, she finds hope and purpose in an ancient Japanese legend: folding one thousand paper cranes will grant her wish for recovery. With remarkable courage and determination, Sadako embarks on this delicate task, transforming her struggle into a powerful symbol of peace and resilience. Her journey is a testament to the enduring strength of the human spirit in the face of unimaginable adversity.
Available Editions
hardcover
Listening Library
Published Jan 1, 2006
64 pages
ISBN: 9780307256225
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Details
First Published
1977
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes by Eleanor Coerr.