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Ed Young
Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes
This historical fiction series tells the story of Sadako Sasaki, a young girl living in Hiroshima after the atomic bomb. It explores themes of peace, hope, and resilience through her efforts to fold a thousand paper cranes.
The book is a fictionalized account inspired by the true story of Sadako Sasaki, a young girl who developed leukemia after the atomic bombing of Hiroshima.
This book is generally considered suitable for middle-grade readers, typically ages 8-12, due to its sensitive themes and accessible language.
While there are many books about Sadako Sasaki, this particular book is often considered a standalone work, though it is part of a broader collection of literature on the topic.