KNYGA Richard Lloyd Parry Ghosts of the Tsunami

Discover the haunting and poignant narrative of Ghosts of the Tsunami by Richard Lloyd Parry, published in 2018. This compelling non-fiction work spans 304 pages and delves into the catastrophic events of March 11, 2011, when a devastating earthquake triggered a colossal 120-foot tsunami, wreaking havoc on the coast of north-east Japan. This disaster marked the most significant loss of life in Japan since the atomic bombing of Nagasaki. Richard Lloyd Parry, an acclaimed foreign correspondent, provides a unique perspective, having experienced the earthquake firsthand in Tokyo. His six years of dedicated reporting bring forth the profound social conditions and human stories that emerged in the aftermath of this tragedy. Praised by Henry Marsh as 'a remarkable and deeply moving book' and lauded by the Times Literary Supplement as 'a breathtaking, extraordinary work of non-fiction,' this title is a must-read for anyone interested in history, human resilience, and the impact of natural disasters.