Chapter 1:What is The Rape of Nanking about

 

"The Rape of Nanking: The Forgotten Holocaust of World War II" is a non-fiction book written by Iris Shun-Ru Chang. It documents the events that took place during the infamous Nanking Massacre, also known as the Rape of Nanking, which occurred during the Second Sino-Japanese War in December 1937.

Chang's book tells the story of the brutal and large-scale atrocities committed by the Imperial Japanese Army against Chinese civilians and disarmed soldiers after the capture of Nanking, the then-capital of China. The book extensively covers the various acts of violence and war crimes, including mass murders, rapes, looting, arson, and brutality that transpired over a six-week period.

Chang incorporates survivor testimonies, historical documents, and interviews with both survivors and former Japanese soldiers to provide a comprehensive account of the Nanking Massacre. She also delves into the political and historical context of the events and the subsequent cover-up attempts by the Japanese government.

"The Rape of Nanking" aims to shed light on a tragic and often neglected chapter in history, exposing the human suffering, the nature of war atrocities, and the consequences of denial and revisionism. The book garnered significant attention and became a bestseller, contributing to the international recognition of the Nanking Massacre.

Chapter 2:Author of The Rape of Nanking

 

Iris Shun-Ru Chang was a well-known American author and journalist, best known for her book "The Rape of Nanking: The Forgotten Holocaust of World War II." She was born in Princeton, New Jersey, on March 28, 1968.

Chang attended the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where she studied journalism. After completing her studies, she pursued a career in journalism, working for various newspapers and publications. She also became an active advocate for human rights, particularly focusing on Asian-American and Chinese issues.

In 1997, Chang published her renowned book, "The Rape of Nanking: The Forgotten Holocaust of World War II." The book exposed the horrific atrocities committed by the Japanese Imperial Army during the Nanking Massacre in 1937-1938. It received critical acclaim for its comprehensive research and compelling narrative, shedding light on a relatively unknown event in history.

"The Rape of Nanking" became an international bestseller, earning Chang widespread recognition and praise. The book helped raise awareness about the Nanking Massacre and its victims, and it played a significant role in shaping the historical understanding of the event.

Sadly, on November 9, 2004, Iris Chang tragically took her own life at the age of 36. Her death shocked her readers and the literary world, leaving behind a legacy of unearthing forgotten history and speaking out against human rights abuses. Despite her untimely death, she has been remembered as a courageous and influential figure in the field of history and journalism.

Chapter 3: Books like The Rape of Nanking

 

Here are some books similar to "The Rape of Nanking" by Iris Shun-Ru Chang:

1. "The Nanjing Massacre in History and Historiography" edited by Joshua A. Fogel


2. "The Forgotten Holocaust: The Poles under German Occupation, 1939-1944" by Richard C. Lukas


3. "The Holocaust: The Fate of European Jewry, 1932-1945" by Leni Yahil


4. "The Blood of the Martyrs: A Faithful Stepfather and the Jewish Resistance in Mourning War II" by Pierre-Henri Simon


5. "The Holocaust: A New History" by Laurence Rees


6. "The Rape of Europa: The Fate of Europe's Treasures in the Third Reich and the Second World War" by Lynn H. Nicholas


7. "The Nanking Atrocity, 1937-38: Complicating the Picture" edited by Bob Tadashi Wakabayashi


8. "The Burning of the World: A Memoir of 1914" by Bela Zombory-Moldovan


9. "The Rape of Europa: The Fate of Europe's Treasures in the Third Reich and the Second World War" by Lynn H. Nicholas


10. "The Holocaust by Bullets: A Priest's Journey to Uncover the Truth Behind the Murder of 1.5 Million Jews" by Father Patrick Desbois

These books explore different aspects of World War II atrocities and crimes against humanity, delving into various events, regions, and perspectives.

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