Gai Jin by James Clavell
Set in 19th-century Japan during a time of cultural upheaval and Western influence, the story follows the intricate lives of both Japanese and foreign characters navigating the complexities of power, tradition, and modernization. The narrative centers around the political and personal struggles of a young British trader who becomes embroiled in the dangerous world of samurai politics and the clash between Eastern and Western ideologies. As alliances shift and tensions rise, the characters must confront their own ambitions and loyalties in a rapidly changing world.
- Published
- 1993
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Long
- Pages
- 700-800
- Words
- 250,000
- Original Language
- English
- Alternate Titles
- None
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