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| Original Title | ちいさこべ |
|---|---|
| Author | 山本 周五郎 |
| Genre | Popular Fiction |
| Author Type | Male Author |
| Summary | In the wake of a catastrophic fire that sweeps through Edo, young carpenter Shigetsugu's world is shattered. His parents are dead, and the esteemed family business, Ōdome, is reduced to ashes. Refusing all offers of charity and adhering to his own gruff code, Shigetsugu embarks on the arduous task of rebuilding his legacy from the ground up, with only his loyal apprentices and a grim determination. But his defiant spirit is tested further when a compassionate young woman, Oritsu, gathers a growing number of fire orphans under Ōdome's makeshift roof. Now, as he battles financial ruin, a grieving community, and his own deeply personal losses, Shigetsugu must also contend with the unexpected responsibility of becoming a father figure to these lost children. Can his unwavering resolve protect them all, or will his stubborn pride ultimately lead to their downfall? |
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