
Whale that Fell in Love with a Submarine
by Akiyuki Nosaka Author and Ginny Tapley Takemori Translator
This collection of stories vividly captures the impact of war through the eyes of a child, exploring themes of love, sacrifice, and survival in the midst of destruction. From a whale’s doomed love for a submarine to a mother sacrificing herself to save her son, the tales weave together extraordinary acts of courage and loss. The stories also reveal moments of humanity amidst the chaos, such as a small Japanese girl and an American POW briefly connecting and a miraculous tree feeding starving children. The powerful, expressive storytelling brings to life the emotional depth of wartime experiences.
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