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Musui'S Story: The Autobiography Of A Tokugawa Samurai,Used
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A Series Of Picaresque Adventures Set Against The Backdrop Of A Japan Still Closed Off From The Rest Of The World, Musui'S Story Recounts The Escapades Of Samurai Katsu Kokichi. As It Depicts Katsu Stealing, Brawling, Indulging In The Pleasure Quarters, And Getting The Better Of Authorities, It Also Provides A Refreshing Perspective On Japanese Society, Customs, Economy, And Human Relationships.From Childhood Katsu Was Given To Mischief. He Ran Away From Home, Once At Thirteen, Making His Way As A Beggar On The Great Trunk Road Between Edo And Kyoto, And Again At Twenty, Posing As The Emissary Of A Feudal Lord. He Eventually Married And Had Children But Never Obtained Official Preferment And Was Forced To Supplement A Meager Stipend By Dealing In Swords, Selling Protection To Shopkeepers, And Generally Using His Muscle And Wits. Katsu'S Descriptions Of Loyalty And Kindness, Greed And Deception, Vanity And Superstition Offer An Intimate View Of Daily Life In Nineteenthcentury Japan Unavailable In Standard History Books. Musui'S Story Will Delight Not Only Students Of Japan'S Past But Also General Readers Who Will Be Entranced By Katsu'S Candor And Boundless Zest For Life.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of Musui's Story? A: The main theme of Musui's Story revolves around the adventurous life of Katsu Kokichi, a samurai who engages in various escapades while offering insights into Japanese society, customs, and human relationships in the nineteenth century.
- Q: Who is the author of Musui's Story? A: Musui's Story is authored by Kokichi Katsu, who shares his personal experiences and adventures as a samurai.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed in 'Very Good' condition, indicating minimal wear and tear, making it suitable for reading and collection.
- Q: How many pages does Musui's Story have? A: Musui's Story contains 178 pages, providing a substantial narrative of Katsu Kokichi's life adventures.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: The book is bound in hardcover, offering durability and a quality feel for readers and collectors.
- Q: When was Musui's Story published? A: Musui's Story was published on April 1, 1988, and is a first edition.
- Q: Is there any specific audience for this book? A: While Musui's Story is particularly insightful for students of Japanese history, it is also engaging for general readers interested in cultural narratives and adventure tales.
- Q: Can you summarize the protagonist's adventures in Musui's Story? A: The protagonist, Katsu Kokichi, embarks on various adventures including stealing, brawling, and navigating the pleasure quarters, providing a vivid depiction of life in a closed-off Japan.
- Q: What unique perspectives does Musui's Story offer about Japanese society? A: The book offers unique perspectives on loyalty, kindness, greed, and daily life in nineteenth-century Japan, which are often overlooked in standard history texts.
- Q: Is there a specific edition of Musui's Story that collectors should look for? A: The First Edition of Musui's Story is noteworthy for collectors, as it represents the original publication of Katsu Kokichi's autobiography.