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| Original Title | 上杉謙信 |
|---|---|
| Author | 吉川 英治 |
| Genre | Historical Fiction |
| Author Type | Male Author |
| Summary | In a fractured Japan, Uesugi Kenshin, the enigmatic Dragon of Echigo, walks a singular path. A formidable warlord, he is equally devoted to Zen discipline and the Imperial Court, often baffling allies and enemies alike with his unorthodox wisdom. His world of spiritual contemplation is violently shattered when the cunning Takeda Shingen, the Tiger of Kai, brazenly breaks a fragile peace, launching a surprise attack that ignites Kenshin's fury. This act of betrayal sparks an epic rivalry, culminating in the legendary clashes of Kawanakajima. As Shingen deploys every calculated stratagem, Kenshin defies all conventional martial logic, embracing a 'non-strategy' that pushes his forces to the brink. What drives this warrior to seek a purity of purpose in a blood-soaked era, and can his unwavering ideals truly endure the relentless machinations of his greatest foe? |
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