{"product_id":"9788412420005","title":"Hiroshima","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHiroshima\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHiroshima is not just a geographical name; it is a symbol of the human capacity for self-destruction. In this travel essay, Fernando Palmero proposes a unique approach to the Japanese city, combining the direct observation of the traveler with historical and cinematic research. The author invites the reader to walk the streets of Hiroshima not as a mere tourist, but as a witness seeking to understand the causes and consequences of the atomic genocide. A book that unveils the enigmas of a city marked by barbarism, offering a profound reflection on memory and resilience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFernando Palmero embarks on a journey to Hiroshima, a city whose name inevitably evokes the tragedy of the atomic bomb. However, the author does not limit himself to describing the sites of the bombing. His approach is broader and deeper: he recognizes that to truly understand Hiroshima, it is necessary to go beyond its streets and visit its libraries and cinemas. Through this process, the book reconstructs the pieces of the historical puzzle, analyzing both the causes that led to the nuclear horror and its devastating consequences. The work thus becomes a multifaceted narrative where physical travel, historical memory, and reflection on the human condition are intertwined.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eHistorical memory and the representation of tragedy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTravel as a tool for knowledge and reflection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eConsequences of the atomic genocide and nuclear war.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe construction of the collective imagination surrounding Hiroshima.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eResilience and the reconstruction of a city marked by barbarism.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is aimed at readers interested in contemporary history, especially World War II and its aftermath. It will also be of great interest to lovers of travel literature who seek a more intellectual and reflective perspective, far from conventional tourist guides. Likewise, it is a recommended work for those who wish to understand how popular culture (cinema, literature) has shaped our perception of traumatic historical events.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn original and well-documented vision of Hiroshima that combines travel with historical research.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA deep reflection on how collective memory processes and represents a catastrophe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eKeys to understanding the cultural and symbolic impact of the atomic bombing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn approach that invites one to look beyond clichés and question established narratives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor: PALMERO,FERNANDO\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: CONFLUENCIAS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage: Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSubject: GENERAL AND WORLD HISTORY, TRAVEL LITERATURE\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCollection: CITIES AND MEN\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBinding: Paperback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublication date: November 2021\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of pages: 228\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 100 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHiroshima by Fernando Palmero is a proposal that transcends the travelogue genre to delve into historical essay and cultural reflection. Its main achievement lies in its methodology: the author is not satisfied with superficial observation, but turns to documentary and cinematic sources to construct a more complete and nuanced narrative. For readers interested in 20th-century history, this work offers an enriching perspective that connects the traumatic past with its representation in the present. A recommended title for those looking for a read that combines rigor, sensitivity, and a critical gaze.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CONFLUENCIAS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53407120327003,"sku":"9788412420005","price":15.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978841242000.jpg?v=1781847254","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788412420005","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}