Summary Of Eiko Otaku's A Body In Fukushima

The author of “Evacuation Order No 19”, Julie Otsuka emphasizes the triumph of the human spirit through the loss of identity, submission to submission to society, insecurities, the desire to succeed followed by hindered dreams, and the symbolism and irony of the caged bird and white dog. Throughout the story, Otsuka discreetly asks the readers to question and think of human nature as a whole. She wants the readers to sense the loss of agape love through the plight witnessed by the eyes of a Japanese-American family.

Have you ever questioned why and how the US government decided to drop those two nuclear bombs in Japan in the World War II? It is still a universal concern while many disapproval have made toward its humanity. In a book that I’ve read recently, from the point of view of an eyewitness, Yamaoka Michiko, the author of story “Eight hundred meters from the Hypocenter”, shows how humanity was exchanged with the ambition of a nation by reviving a heartbroken experience when she witnessed her hometown was destroyed by such a terrific violence in the war.

The crises to which this work responds was the total annihilation of Hiroshima and the aftershock experienced by those left

Mr. Tanimoto consciously repeated to himself “‘These are human beings’”(Hersey 1946), as he attempted to save paralyzed, dying men and women, in the book “Hiroshima” by John Hersey. This nonfiction book was published on August 31 1946, a year after the atomic bombing fell on Hiroshima, Japan. This publication was raw, uncensored, and truthful. John Hersey unapologetically revealed the gruesome damages done by the bombing, while also silencing those who believed that the atomic bomb was a justified attack. Hersey’s brilliant journalism and ability to write this story without bias, is why this book was selected. The author did not want those who died to be remembered as casualties, but as mothers, fathers and children. Hersey wrote this book about the the physical, and psychological impact this bomb had on both survivors and victims of the atomic bomb. There were many historical events that contributed to the cause and effect of the atomic attack; historical events such as industrialization, the trench wars, and militarism. This was not just a simple bomb, but a complex attack on humanity.

In the book Hiroshima the author illustrates this city’s most tragic point in history as well as its residence’s lives before, during, and after the horrific drop of the atomic bomb. The pain of over one hundred thousand lives were compressed and expressed through six different stories told by this reporter. The extreme range of direction their lives take can be seen by the contrasting examples between Miss Toshiko Sasaki and Dr. Masakazu Fuji. Toshiko Sasaki began as a clerk before the bombing happened; she was deeply into her family and even had a fiancé. On August 6th of 1945 the bomb

The earthquake that rocked Kobe, Japan in 1995 veered Japanese culture into another direction in regard to mental healthcare. Remembered as the Great Hanshin Earthquake, the 7.2 magnitude earthquake struck # regions and claimed the lives of 6,400 (Baba et al.,1996). At least 55,000 people were placed in shelters, and among them included mothers, children, the elderly, and disabled (Baba et al.,1996). The demographics mentioned are specified because of research suggesting each group had pre-existing conditions or heightened stress that became exacerbated due to disaster-related trauma. As emotional suffering became so vast, many in positions of power could not overlook the emotional devastation caused by the disaster. However, they continued

Often times we think of our loved ones when disaster befalls us. In Mrs. Nakamura's case, she thought of her children. After the flash tore down her house, she immediately scoured the rubble to look for her youngest who cried out to her. After getting everyone out safe, a neighbor approached her and asked her if “‘Mrs. Nakamura had any bandage’” (g 20) Ms. Nakamura did not, but she crawled into the remains of her house again and some white cloth … ripped it into strips and gave it to Mrs. Nakamoto,”(pg 20). Even though Mrs. Nakamura didn't have much to offer since her home was in tatters, she still made an effort to bring back something that would help her neighbor. Later, she grew very ill from radiation sickness due to the atomic bomb and “had to take two days rest for every three days she worked,” but notwithstanding she worked just as

Yet it is the amalgamation between individuals within a wider community which aids in the realisation of what is important to us. The women, diverse in nationality, race and social status, against the will of their captors form the vocal orchestra. This decision sought to bring a sense of beauty and hope in the face of the squalor and deprivations given to them in the Japanese hell camps. It also exercised a freedom to choose beauty rather than despair in the face of the brutal constraints of the camp and the duress of their gaolers. Through “just humming”, the vocal orchestra was essential in proving to the imprisoned women that during times of great stress and duress that they could rewrite their lives and escape into a world not bound by barbed wire and brutality.

One friend of a victim, Eric Fischl, chose to create a sculpture entitled, “The Tumbling Woman”, to express his grief. He faced a harsh response, and his piece was was exhibited for only a week before it too was censored. Despite this, one wife of a victim, upon seeing the Tumbling Woman figure, expressed that the creator Fischl, “Had the right to create and exhibit it.” (Junod) Junod showed how valuable having access to these images truly was when he discusses one mother’s personal choice.

The most significant theme in John Hersey’s book “Hiroshima” are the long- term effects of war, confusion about what happened, long term mental and physical scars, short term mental and physical scars, and people being killed.

Takita emphasises the flaws of the human condition through Daigo as he starts his first day working with a rotting corpse. Medium shots are employed to highlight Daigo’s body language where he forces himself to close his eyes and tries to stray away from the body. Such techniques strongly suggest distaste and disturbance as systematic responses whilst illustrating the extent of which the impacts of discovery can be provocative in confronting world values. Takita’s manipulations with camera work effectively triggers automatic disfigured expressions in the audience, reminding them of their weaknesses whilst encouraging consideration for actions in response. This perspective of weakness and violation is further emphasised with the utilising of close shots where it captures Daigo washing himself like someone who has a cleaning disorder. Daigo’s sense of affliction fully encompasses the concept confrontation instigates a process of emotional discovery as inevitable actions for attempts to accept universal truths of weakness and the inevitability of death. Thus positioning us to view such conflicts with sympathy as while securing in emotional troubles, consider confrontations to be a vessel for overriding. Through the exploration of such examples, it can be seen that hostilities with the unexpected result in emotional

Roughly seven and a half billion people call Earth their home. From these billions, there exist thousands upon thousands of different cultures, each with their own specific set of values, beliefs, and customs. In the modern age, traveling from one point on the planet to an is effortless; areas of the world which were once exclusive to one culture have now become massive smorgasbords of people. Countries such as the United States, once closed off to the rest of the world, are now melting pots of different beliefs and traditions; meanwhile, the many nations in Europe experience new cultures daily through the millions of travellers that frequent their beloved cities. In this way, people of different faiths, ethnicities, and backgrounds are

John Hersey, the author of the book “Hiroshima”, recounts the tragic events surrounding six survivors living in Hiroshima at a time the atomic bomb was being dropped. “The characters in his account are living individuals, not composite types. The story is their own story, told as far as possible in their own words” (Hersey VI). Part of Hersey’s goal was to emphasize how catastrophic events can foster a need for survival and bring communities together as they lean on each other for support. Although cultural behaviors differ around the globe, the basic needs in which to satisfy for survival are surprisingly similar. For this analysis, we will take a brief look at what is inherent in each of us, the need for survival.

“Zip,zap,zoop.” “scream!” Have you ever tried something new? Well when I was 8 I was afraid to ride the Arkansas Twister a 95 ft high roller coaster at Magic Springs with a 92 ft drop at my young age it was really scary.

Mahatma Gandhi once proclaimed, “The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.” Serving others, more commonly known as volunteering, means to freely offer to do something out of the kindness of one’s heart. From helping serve at a local food shelter to going on a mission trip to Costa Rica, there are a variety of serving opportunities around every corner. For centuries, service has shown its importance through a plethora of benefits to both the individual and the world. Individuals who dedicate their time to serve find career opportunities, uncover life passions, and learn character traits that develop them into a valuable member of society in order to benefit to the greater good.