47 Ronin

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Epic Japanese samurai tale of honor, revenge.

If you're fascinated by samurai lore and appreciate stories where honor takes precedence over life itself, "47 Ronin" could be a compelling read for you. It's an immersive historical epic that not only entertains but also educates about the depths of samurai culture and the heavy weight of duty. The dramatic plotting and ultimate act of loyalty will keep you rooted in its pages, longing for an era where such values reigned supreme.

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.

47 Ronin

Regular price RM33.09 MYR
Unit price
per
RM29.78 MYR Thryft Club Member Price
ISBN: 9784805314654
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
Date of Publication: 2018-08-07
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Historical Fiction, Drama
Related Topics: War, Mythology
Goodreads rating: 3.73
(rated by 4287 readers)

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Japan's most celebrated tale of honor, loyalty, and revenge—and the basis for the 2013 Hollywood feature film, starring Keanu Reeves. 47 Ronin is the epic tale of a heroic band of Samurai warriors who defied the Japanese Emperor and avenged the honor of their fallen master. The story begins in 1701 when the noble Lord Asano attacks an official at court in a fit of anger. His punishment is swift and harsh; the Emperor orders Lord Asano to commit ritual suicide (harakiri). His lands are confiscated, his family is exiled, and his Samurai warriors are ordered to disband—becoming Ronin or masterless, wandering renegades. While appearing to follow the Emperor's command, the 47 Ronin plot in secret for years, biding their time until the moment to strike is right. Like those of the Knights of the Round Table, their deeds became legendary, enduring as an iconic example of courage, cunning, and loyalty in an age when the Samurai were genuine heroes, and honor was worth dying for. John Allyn's vivid retelling, with a foreword by scholar and film advisor, Stephen Turnbull, presents this epic of Japanese literature in its correct historical context.
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Epic Japanese samurai tale of honor, revenge.

If you're fascinated by samurai lore and appreciate stories where honor takes precedence over life itself, "47 Ronin" could be a compelling read for you. It's an immersive historical epic that not only entertains but also educates about the depths of samurai culture and the heavy weight of duty. The dramatic plotting and ultimate act of loyalty will keep you rooted in its pages, longing for an era where such values reigned supreme.

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.