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The 47 Ronin Story

by Stephen Turnbull, John Allyn
The 47 Ronin Story - Thryft
The 47 Ronin Story - Thryft

Samurais seek revenge in unforgettable tale.

The 47 Ronin Story is perfect for readers who are interested in captivating tales of bravery, loyalty, and revenge. This book offers a unique perspective on Japan's past, and will leave the reader in suspense until the very end. The most striking feature of this book is the incredible bond between the samurai and their master, which is something that readers will remember long after finishing the book. It is an excellent choice for anyone who enjoys historical fiction or stories about the samurai culture.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

The 47 Ronin Story

by Stephen Turnbull, John Allyn
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ISBN: 9784805312032
Authors: Stephen Turnbull, John Allyn
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
Date of Publication: 2012-09-10
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Historical Fiction
Goodreads rating: 3.73
(rated by 4156 readers)

Description

47 Ronin is the unforgettable tale of a band of samurai who defied the Emperor to avenge the disgrace and death of their master and faced certain death as a result. This set off a chain of events that led to one of the bloodiest episodes in Japanese history. In the process, it also created a new set of heroes in Japan.In 1701, young Lord Asano is goaded into attacking a corrupt official at the Japanese Court. Although the wound Asano inflicts is minimal, the Emperor's punishment is harsh—Lord Asano is ordered to commit seppuku, or ritual suicide. His lands are confiscated and his family is dishonored and exiled. His samurai now become ronin, or masterless, and are dispersed.The Ronin were not trusted by their enemies and lived under the watchful eyes of spies for months. They appeared to adapt to their new circumstances by becoming tradesmen and teachers. But the Ronin only seemed to accept their fate. They were, in fact, making careful plans for revenge, biding their time until the moment to strike was right! Their deeds became Japan's most celebrated example of bravery, cunning, and loyalty in an age when samurai were heroes, and honor was worth dying for.John Allyn does a masterful job of presenting 47 Ronin as a compelling and suspenseful tale—one that will appeal to fans of the December 2013 film starring Keanu Reeves.
 

Samurais seek revenge in unforgettable tale.

The 47 Ronin Story is perfect for readers who are interested in captivating tales of bravery, loyalty, and revenge. This book offers a unique perspective on Japan's past, and will leave the reader in suspense until the very end. The most striking feature of this book is the incredible bond between the samurai and their master, which is something that readers will remember long after finishing the book. It is an excellent choice for anyone who enjoys historical fiction or stories about the samurai culture.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.