Debunked atom bomb book optioned by “Avatar” director selling well.

Debunked atom bomb book selling

NEW YORK — The debunking of a book about the atomic bombing of Japan seems to have made it more popular.

As of Tuesday morning, Charles Pellegrino’s “Last Train from Hiroshima” ranked No. 78 on Amazon.com. It was in the 200s on Monday when Henry Holt and Company, responding to questions raised by The Associated Press, halted publication.

Film rights for the book, released in January, have been acquired by “Avatar” director James Cameron.