Empire of the Sun

"Empire of the Sun" is a novel by J.G. Ballard, published in 1984, which tells the story of a young British boy named Jim during World War II in Shanghai, China. The narrative focuses on his experiences as he faces the chaos of war, separation from his family, internment in a Japanese camp, and his struggle for survival. The book explores themes of innocence, loss, and the impact of war on a child's psyche. It was later adapted into a film directed by Steven Spielberg in 1987, further popularizing its poignant story.