Book "Les 47 Ronins"

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Book "Les 47 Ronins"

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"The Famous Story of the Glorious Years of the Samurai," adapted into our language and romanticized by George Soulié de Morant, The 47 Ronin is undoubtedly one of the most touching and meaningful tales ever published about these fierce warriors.

The adventures of the 47 Ronin, known in Japanese as Chushingura ("The Treasury of Loyal Samurai"), are not a legend but a real-life event that caused a sensation in the early 18th century and was later embellished by popular imagination. At the time, it was strictly forbidden to draw one’s sword within the royal palace grounds. However, Asano Takumi, a young warrior as brave as he was uncompromising, broke this rule in response to the provocations of the head of ceremonial rites, Kira. He was sentenced to death, but his vassals 47 samurai now masterless swore to avenge his honor.

For more than a year, the conspiracy remained secret. The ronin endured scorn and disgrace to lull Kira into a false sense of security. Their determination paid off: they exacted their revenge but were subsequently condemned to death themselves.

This book will captivate anyone interested in the warrior spirit of the samurai and the history of the Far East.

126 pages
ISBN: 978-2-84617-056-7
Publisher: Budo Editions (07/01/2007)
Author: George Soulié de Morant

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