Cherry Blossoms in Twilight: Memories of a Japanese Girl

Yaeko Sugama Weldon's memories of a poor but happy childhood shattered by the destruction of war offer a window to a different culture and an eye-opening look at how civilians survive the fears and horrors of a war they never wanted. Cherry Blossoms in Twilight is a learning experience about the Japanese culture as well as a personal account of WWII in Japan, gently told for a younger audience but nonetheless unflinching in its message of the humanity of all - even the enemy's people. more

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Posted: Mar-06-2008

A Cultural Visit to Twentieth Century Japan

Since many of my Japanese friends married American servicemen, I looked forward to reading Cherry Blossoms in Twilight: Memories of a Japanese Girl by Yaeko Sugama Weldon and her daughter, Linda E. Austin. To my delight, it reminded me of the "Little House" books except that rather than being...

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Posted: Dec-04-2007

Memories of a poor but content childhood were torn apart by the crushing impact of war.

Now in a new edition edited for young readers in elementary grades and older, Cherry Blossoms in Twilight: Memories of a Japanese Girl is the true-life autobiography of a Japanese girl's life during the Depression, World War II, and the Occupation. Young Yaeko Sugama Weldon's memories of a poor...

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Posted: Nov-06-2007

Makes a great Christmas Holiday Gift

Cherry Blossoms in Twilight was a delightful read and I recommend everyone to purchase a copy. I am 60 and read it in the first sitting, but it is very appropriate for a school age child. This book tells a true story, includes an index of Japanese words, several songs and the illustrations -...

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Posted: Oct-27-2007

Cherry Blosson Nostalgia

"Cherry Blossons in Twilight: Memories of a Japanese Girl," by Yaeko Sugama Weldon, with her daughter, Linda E. Austin, is the charming life story of a Japanese-born senior citizen. It is a book for readers of all ages, from young people learning about history and other cultures to older people...

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Posted: May-17-2006

A touching, engaging read

This book is a touching, engaging read. I read it from start to finish in one sitting, not wanting to put it down. It teaches us how important it is to have loved ones document their lives and share their experiences with others, not just family. You feel transported to another time, and laugh...

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Posted: Nov-29-2005

Superb!

A touching, private, yet extremely insightful read. A treasure of life's personal experiences from the perspective of a young Japanese girl growing up during, arguably, the most tumultuous period of modern world history. I couldn't put it down.

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