Hiroshima

August 6, 1945, Hiroshima, Japan: The first atom bomb in history is dropped on a city, killing 100,000 people. Told through the memories of six survivors, this timeless, powerful and compassionate work has become a classic that stirs the conscience of humanity. Considered a journalistic masterpiece, this book describes what happened during the days immediately following August 6, and it also includes a final chapter--"Aftermath"-- written 40 years after the bomb, exploring the fates of those survivors. Excerpted from Hiroshima by John Hersey All rights reserved by the original copyright owners. Excerpts are provided for display purposes only and may not be reproduced, reprinted or distributed without the written permission of the publisher.