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Taiko

An Epic Novel of War and Glory in Feudal Japan

byEiji Yoshikawa

Genres: Fiction
Toyotomi Hideyoshi wants to serve the emperor as a samurai in the 16th century, and through his perseverance and hard work he becomes the Taiko, the absolute ruler of Japan in the emperor's name.

Language

en

Published on

06/12/2000

Pages

940

Format

Hardcover

ISBN

9784770026095

Who is this book for? Readers interested in historical fiction, Japanese history, and character-driven narratives.

Topics PowerSurvivalFriendshipFamilyChange and Transformation
MoodSuspenseful, Hopeful, Tragic
RomanceMajor Subplot
ViolenceModerate
Explicit scenesSuggestive Themes

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