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| Original Title | 堺事件 |
|---|---|
| Author | 森 鴎外 |
| Genre | Historical Fiction |
| Author Type | Male Author |
| Summary | In the chaotic dawn of Meiji Japan, Captain Minoura Inokichi and his Tosa infantry are tasked with policing the newly re-established port of Sakai. Their mission to restore order is clear, their samurai honor paramount. But when a volatile clash erupts with unruly French sailors, resulting in bloodshed, the fragile peace of a nation in transition is shattered. Caught between the demands of a furious foreign power and the integrity of their homeland, Minoura and his men are thrust into a political maelstrom. A chilling ultimatum from the Imperial Court forces them into an unthinkable lottery, where their very lives become pawns in a desperate bid to avert international conflict. Will these proud samurai uphold their code of honor even in the face of political betrayal, or will their ultimate sacrifice be tragically lost to the tides of a new era. |
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