Samurai Rising: The Epic Life of Minamoto Yoshitsune
Pamela S.
This account tells the life of Minamoto Yoshitsune, a twelfth-century samurai whose story became legendary. It follows the warrior through a bloody conflict between his family and the Taira clan, bringing together warfare, rebellion, bravery, and revenge. Yoshitsune’s life ends in defeat brought about by the political maneuvering of his brother. Framed as a true story, the book presents a historical Japanese figure whose life has been remembered as an epic warrior saga.
This book appears on 2 reading lists across 1 edition from 2 organizations.
