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Chernobyl Prayer

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“Chernobyl Prayer” (ISBN: 9780241270530) by Svetlana Alexievich, with contributions from Jean Sarocchi, Albert Camus, and Richard Howard, is a gripping oral history of the 1986 Chernobyl nuclear disaster. Through hundreds of interviews, Alexievich unveils the untold stories of those affected, revealing their fear, anger, resilience, and the haunting beauty of the post-disaster landscape. A chilling masterpiece and a stark warning for the future, this book is essential reading for understanding the human cost of nuclear catastrophe.

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  • ISBN-13: 9780241270530
  • Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: Y
  • Weight: 226 gr
  • ISBN-10: 0241270537
  • Publisher Date: 21 Apr 2016
  • Height: 132 mm
  • No of Pages: 304
  • Spine Width: 20 mm
  • Width: 198 mm

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Weight 0.5 kg

14 reviews for Chernobyl Prayer

  1. Anwesha Sahoo

    The book is good but I am not sure if I would read it again.

  2. Shubhashish Gupta

    A necessary read to understand the consequences of Chernobyl. Some parts are hard to get through, but overall, it is worth your time.

  3. Nidhi Singh

    A sobering reminder of the dangers of nuclear power. I am forever touched by this book

  4. Shubham Tripathi

    Important historical document. I struggled to connect to all the individual stories. It felt overwhelming to read.

  5. Maanvi

    An important book, but I found it a bit repetitive at times. The individual stories are strong, but the overall narrative could have been more concise.

  6. Priyank Agrawal

    Amazing book, touches the soul. This book provides many life lessons.

  7. Arshit Singh

    Haunting and unforgettable. Alexievich captures the human cost of Chernobyl with incredible sensitivity and depth. Highly recommended.

  8. Sourabh Nemagoud

    An emotional journey through the aftermath of Chernobyl. Be prepared for a challenging but ultimately rewarding reading experience.

  9. Anurag Singh Praliya

    While the subject is interesting, the writing style didn’t fully resonate with me. I appreciate the effort, but it felt a bit disjointed.

  10. Dikshant Sharma

    A powerful and moving account of the Chernobyl disaster. Alexievich’s interviews are heartbreaking and insightful. A must-read for anyone interested in history or human resilience.

  11. Bhavya Goyal

    A powerful and deeply disturbing account. The voices of the victims are brought to life with remarkable clarity and empathy.

  12. Kausar Ahamed

    I was hoping for something better from such a big event. I did enjoy some parts of the book.

  13. Himanshu Gupta

    Disturbing and thought-provoking. The personal stories are incredibly impactful, but it can be a difficult read due to the heavy subject matter.

  14. Aman Sombanshi

    A must-read for anyone seeking to understand the human impact of Chernobyl. Alexievich’s work is both harrowing and deeply moving.

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