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A common theme in this book is that the Hiroshimans weren't necessarily resentful towards the Americans because they dropped the bomb, they saw it is part of war and knew that it was bound to happen. T-themes

"I shall not dwell on the past. It is as if I had been given a spare life when I survived the A-bomb. But I prefer not to look back. I shall keep moving forward." F-favorite quote

Ostensibly- apparently or purportedly, but perhaps not actually. V-vocab

After the dropping of the atom bomb, the Japanese used the term "hibakusha" to describe the "explosion-affected persons." F-facts

A common theme in this book is that even after a major tragedy, people can still survive, and even flourish. T-themes

Capricious- given to sudden and unaccountable changes of mood or behavior. V-vocab

When the church secretary runs back to the fire to immolate himself, it shows that he wants to "die with his country," a common theme in this book. T-themes

Succor- assistance and support in times of hardship or distress. V-vocab

Miasma- a highly unpleasant or unhealthy smell. V-vocab