This book is split into 3 sections how I would describe it as life in Bikini, preparation to the bomb, and the bomb. The natives are not fond of the Japanese soldiers and they hope for American troIn the Bomb by Theodore Taylor, the readers learn all about the life and culture surrounding the island of Bikini Atoll. I would recommend this book to someone who loves history and also is looking for a more emotional read. The simple plot focused on a native people and their removal for a “greater good” of the world. The wold was at war during the first half of this decade.
Another Japanese possession that sorry got was a radio. It takes place during the end of World War 2. Need another excuse to treat yourself to a new book this week? Goodreads helps you keep track of books you want to read. I did not like the beginning of the book at first because it was slightly boring and repetitive, but after I finished the book I realized the significance of the first few chapters in helping the reader understand the severity of making the Bikinians move later on.
The islanders are told that they must leave theShortly after the first atomic bombs were dropped on Japan, World War II came to and, and the terrible reality of the atomic age began . Japan and the U.S. abuse their military power to achieve their own selfish goals without considering the true opinions of Sorry and his people. A vote leads to the Bikinians willingly leaving the island, but not in unanimity. What makes this frightening is that this is based on real life - the poor Bikini Islanders who were evacuated and still haven't been allowed to go home.
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The author's writing style was dramatic, fast-paced and simple yet emotional, and every character was complex and memorable.“The Bomb” follows Sorry in his journey to prevent the newly constructed atomic bomb from destroying his hometown.
The scientists there were struggling and making limited success. By allowing the reader to view the effects of the end of WWII/atomic explosions through the perspective of a fourteen year old boy, "The Bomb" emphasizes the pain and damage caused.
Their attempts to stop being moved and then to prevent the bomb being dropped are heart wrenching.This is not an easy book to read, although it is meant for teenagers. This key component, I believe, is what makes the book worth reading. By allowing the reader to view the effects of the end of WWII/atomic explosions through the perspective of a fourteen year old boy, "The Bomb" emphasizes the pain and damage caused. Soon after, an American warship, The USS Sumner arrives on the island and the natives are faced with a decision. I enjoyed the historical facts surrounding the atomic bomb that were constantly provided throughout the book as well as the references to the culture and language of the people on Bikini atoll which I found to be fascinating. This study guide contains the following sections: Plot Summary; Chapters; Characters; Symbols and Symbolism. I thought this was a good book. They all realized that there was the potential for a huge bomb, bigger than the world has ever seen. For example, one of the names is "Sorry". Age Range: 12 and up ; Grade Level: 7 and up Lexile Measure: 830L (What's this?) Taylor was present at Bikini Atoll for the first atomic bomb test and he says he found it really difficult to write about even after fifty years. A phrase that is used to show something is really cool. They recruited scientists working on the project who were willing to share information. Also, this book engages the reader into a heart wrenching plot, as it focuses on a minority people who are removed from their homes then eventually killed by the atomic bomb.
You can see why as you follow the story of Sorry Rinamu, and his family, forced, with their whole village, off their home island, Bikini Atoll.
Oppenheimer was a top scientist of the time and he accepted the challenge. I have a on-going interest in reading about the social side of the atomic bomb in Japan and its effect on the people of Japan and the US. The island had been selected for an operation called “Operation Crossroads”, a series of nuclear weapon testing for the United States. Regular price $12 Be BOMB Book Club. You can see why as you follow the story of Sorry Rinamu, and his family, forced, with their whole village, off their home island, Bikini Atoll. .Sixteen-year-old Sorry Rinamu has lived on the Bikini Atoll in the western Pacific all his life. To create our lis...Shortly after the first atomic bombs were dropped on Japan, World War II came to and, and the terrible reality of the atomic age began . It makes my heart hurt knowing that the government uprooted an entire civilization so they could test an evil creation.
I tend to enjoy these end of the world books - especially those about atomic bombs. So, in protest he decides to make his own plans to defy the new government. The Bomb was a book unlike any I have ever read. The topic was intriguing and the author did an exceptional job at developing the characters in the story; however, the plot felt a bit rushed with little time to let key events sink in. Gold wasn't as fortunate.
I did not like the beginning of thI give The Bomb a 4 out of 5. He is a shy 14-year old kid to begin with, who does not have much courage, and turns into a bold daring man by the end of the book. Excellent book about the creation of the atomic bomb. The writing was clear and the imagery was amazing, but it made me very angry. They are people that are minding their own business in the chaoticness that is the endI would rate The Bomb by Theodore Taylor as a 3 out of 5 stars. Will his heroics be enough to stop this catastrophic event? Their attempts to stop being moved and then to prevent the bomb being dropped are heart wrenching.The author does such a great job at painting a picture verbatim; very dramatic.