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For His People: Being The True Story Of Sogoro's Sacrifice Entitled In The Original Japanese Version The Cherry Blossoms Of A Spring Moon (1903)

For His People: Being The True Story Of Sogoro's Sacrifice Entitled In The Original Japanese Version The Cherry Blossoms Of A Spring Moon (1903)

Hayashi, Tadasu
Kado, R.

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Historical FiguresFiction AnthologiesJapanese History

ISBN10: 1164649116
ISBN13: 9781164649113
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 254
Weight: 0.76
Height: 0.53 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
For His People is a historical account of the life and sacrifice of Sogoro, a Japanese samurai who lived during the late 19th century. The book, originally written in Japanese by Hayashi Tadasu and translated into English, tells the story of Sogoro's devotion to his people and his willingness to give his life for their sake. The narrative takes place during a time of political turmoil in Japan, when the country was undergoing rapid modernization and facing pressure from foreign powers. Sogoro, a loyal samurai, becomes embroiled in a plot to overthrow the government and restore power to the emperor. Despite the risks, Sogoro remains steadfast in his commitment to his cause and his people.The title of the book, The Cherry Blossoms of a Spring Moon, refers to the beauty and transience of life, as well as the fleeting nature of Sogoro's sacrifice. The story is a poignant reminder of the importance of honor, loyalty, and sacrifice in Japanese culture, and of the enduring legacy of those who have given their lives for their beliefs. Overall, For His People is a powerful and moving work of historical fiction that offers a glimpse into the complex and fascinating world of feudal Japan. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Japanese history, culture, or literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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