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Empire of the Sun
Book • 1984
Set during World War II, 'Empire of the Sun' follows the story of Jim, an eleven-year-old British boy living in Shanghai.
The novel begins on December 7, 1941, the day of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, and chronicles Jim's separation from his parents, his experiences in a Japanese prison camp, and his struggle to survive the harsh realities of war.
Through Jim's eyes, the novel vividly portrays the devastating effects of war and explores themes of survival, loss, and the transformation of a child into an adult far before his time.
The book is praised for its poignant tale of resilience and the enduring human spirit.
The novel begins on December 7, 1941, the day of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, and chronicles Jim's separation from his parents, his experiences in a Japanese prison camp, and his struggle to survive the harsh realities of war.
Through Jim's eyes, the novel vividly portrays the devastating effects of war and explores themes of survival, loss, and the transformation of a child into an adult far before his time.
The book is praised for its poignant tale of resilience and the enduring human spirit.
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Mentioned in 4 episodes
Mentioned as an example of a standalone book with a resolution that hints at the protagonist's future.
S16:E36: The Resolution (Secrets of Story Structure, Pt. 12 of 12)
