Yokohama Burning

The Deadly 1923 Earthquake and Fire That Helped Forge the Path to World War II

Autori

• Joshua Hammer

Parametri

• 336 pagine
• 12 ore di lettura

• Asia
• Giappone
• Saggistica
• Storia

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The narrative centers on the catastrophic events of September 1923, detailing the earthquakes, fires, and tsunamis that ravaged Yokohama and Tokyo. It vividly recounts the chaos and devastation experienced over two harrowing days, resulting in the tragic loss of 140,000 lives. The book explores the profound impact of this disaster on the cities and their inhabitants, offering a poignant reflection on human resilience in the face of overwhelming tragedy.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2011

(In brossura)