Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes
by Eleanor Coerr, Ronald Himler
Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes by Eleanor Coerr, Ronald Himler holds a highly rated rating of 4.09 out of 5, based on 14.6K reader ratings. First published in 1977. The book spans 80 pages.
About Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes
Hiroshima-born Sadako is lively and athletic--the star of her school's running team. And then the dizzy spells start. Soon gravely ill with leukemia, the "atom bomb disease," Sadako faces her future with spirit and bravery. Recalling a Japanese legend, Sadako sets to work folding paper cranes. For the legend holds that if a sick person folds one thousand cranes, the gods will grant her wish and make her healthy again. Based on a true story, Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes celebrates the extraordinary courage that made one young woman a heroine in Japan.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Eleanor Coerr, Ronald Himler |
| Published | 1977 |
| Pages | 80 |
| Genres | Historical Fiction, Fiction, Young Adult, Classics |
| Average Rating | 4.09 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 14,578 |
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What genre is Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes?
Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes is categorized as Historical Fiction, Fiction, Young Adult, Classics. Its primary genre classification is Historical Fiction.
Is Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes worth reading?
Based on 14.6K reader ratings, Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes has an average score of 4.09 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes?
Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes has 80 pages. It is a relatively quick read.
Who wrote Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes?
Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes was written by Eleanor Coerr, Ronald Himler. It was first published in 1977.
What is the ISBN for Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes?
The ISBN-13 for Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes is 9780698118030.0.
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