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| Original Title | 私本太平記 |
|---|---|
| Author | 吉川 英治 |
| Genre | Historical Fiction |
| Author Type | Male Author |
| Summary | In a medieval Japan consumed by imperial ambition and shogunate power, the refined court noble Hino Toshimoto carries a perilous secret: Emperor Go-Daigo's decree to overthrow the formidable Hojo clan. But his world is violently upended when Rokuhara's forces discover his hiding place, forcing him into a desperate flight through a land riddled with spies and simmering rebellion. As loyal allies fall and an unexpected love story tragically entwines with his perilous journey, Hino must outwit relentless pursuers and confront impossible choices. With every step, the fate of an empire hangs in the balance, and even the kindness of strangers may hide deadly secrets. Can one man's unwavering conviction spark a revolution, or will his fervent dreams be crushed beneath the relentless march of history. |
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