Fallout: The Hiroshima Cover-up and the Reporter Who Revealed It to the World
Fallout: The Hiroshima Cover-up and the Reporter Who Revealed It to the World
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2020
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Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2020288
Book • Nonfiction
Hiroshima, Japan • 1940s
2020
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Fallout: The Hiroshima Cover-up and the Reporter Who Revealed It to the World by Lesley M.M. Blume explores the pivotal role of journalist John Hersey in exposing the aftermath of the Hiroshima bombing. Hersey's reporting brought global awareness to the catastrophic human impact, challenging government narratives and shaping public understanding of nuclear warfare's devastating consequences.
Informative
Dark
Mysterious
Unnerving
Challenging
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Lesley M.M. Blume's Fallout: The Hiroshima Cover-up and the Reporter Who Revealed It to the World is highly praised for its meticulous research and gripping narrative. Critics commend its exploration of journalistic integrity and historical insight. However, some feel it lacks depth in exploring broader geopolitical implications. Overall, it's an enlightening read.
Who Should Read Fallout: The Hiroshima Cover-up and the Reporter Who Revealed It to the World?
Readers interested in Fallout: The Hiroshima Cover-up and the Reporter Who Revealed It to the World by Lesley M.M. Blume would enjoy investigative journalism, historical accuracy, and WWII narratives. Fans of John Hersey’s Hiroshima or Erik Larson’s works will appreciate this meticulous exploration of post-war media transparency.
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288
Book • Nonfiction
Hiroshima, Japan • 1940s
2020
Adult
18+ years
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