The Shogun's Daughter - Robert Ames Bennet - Bog

The Shogun's Daughter is a historical fiction novel written by Robert Ames Bennet. The story is set in the 17th century in Japan, where the country is ruled by the Tokugawa Shogunate. The protagonist of the story is a young woman named O-Sono, who is the daughter of the Shogun. She is a strong-willed and independent woman who is determined to follow her own path in life, despite the expectations of her family and society.The novel begins with O-Sono being kidnapped by a group of rebels who are opposed to the Shogunate. She is taken to a remote village where she is held captive and forced to live as a commoner. As O-Sono struggles to adapt to her new life, she begins to question the values and beliefs that she has been raised with. She also forms a bond with a young man named Katsuo, who helps her to see the world in a new light.Meanwhile, back in the capital city of Edo, O-Sono's father, the Shogun, is facing a crisis. His advisors are urging him to take action against the rebels who have kidnapped his daughter, but he is hesitant to use force. As tensions rise, O-Sono's fate becomes increasingly uncertain.The Shogun's Daughter is a compelling and well-researched novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into Japanese history and culture. It is a story of love, loyalty, and the struggle for identity in a society that values tradition above all else. With its vivid descriptions and engaging characters, this book is sure to captivate readers who enjoy historical fiction and adventure stories.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.