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Tales of the Samurai

by Algernon Bertram Freeman-Mitford
Tales of the Samurai - Thryft
Tales of the Samurai - Thryft

Thrilling tales of ancient Japanese intrigue.

"Tales of the Samurai" is a must-read for lovers of historical fiction, horror, and folklore. With beautifully illustrated artwork, this collection of stories takes you on a journey back in time to ancient Japan, where wandering samurai seek revenge, vengeful spirits haunt palaces, and animals hold great power over men. The stories are captivating, with elements of adventure, mystery, and horror, and are sure to leave readers wanting more.

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.

Tales of the Samurai

by Algernon Bertram Freeman-Mitford
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ISBN: 9781435166783
Authors: Algernon Bertram Freeman-Mitford
Publisher: Fall River Press
Date of Publication: 2018-10-01
Format: Hardcover
Related Collections: Historical Fiction, Fantasy
Related Topics: Historical Fiction, Mythology, Historical Fantasy, Mythology, Retellings
Goodreads rating: 3.64
(rated by 75 readers)

Description

In this lavishly illustrated volume, A.B. Mitford presents ancient Japanese tales filled with action, romance, and the supernatural. Proud lords and their loyal retainers, a brave samurai and his faithless wife, a vampire cat, and howling spirits are all featured in the engaging stories that follow, including:* The Forty-Seven Rōnin: In this account of fierce heroism, a band of rōnin—masterless samurai who wander the country as somewhat disreputable knights errant—swear to lay down their lives to avenge their lord, who was condemned to hara kiri and his property and castle forfeited to the state.* How Tajima Shumé was Tormented by a Devil of his Own Creation: When a traveling rōnin amasses great wealth with a dead priest’s money, he finds himself confronted with a fearful vision of the man he murdered.* The Badger’s Money: An old priest takes pity on a helpless badger that asks to enter his warm cottage so that it may live through a bitterly cold night.Appendices covering hara kiri and funeral rites conclude this collection of mesmerizing stories about Japanese life in days of yore.
 

Thrilling tales of ancient Japanese intrigue.

"Tales of the Samurai" is a must-read for lovers of historical fiction, horror, and folklore. With beautifully illustrated artwork, this collection of stories takes you on a journey back in time to ancient Japan, where wandering samurai seek revenge, vengeful spirits haunt palaces, and animals hold great power over men. The stories are captivating, with elements of adventure, mystery, and horror, and are sure to leave readers wanting more.

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.