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The aging shogun Tsunayoshi must name an heir, but her senile father is blocking the ascendance of the most likely candidate in favor of a young, untried lord. But politics and the shogun’s own unpopularity may soon take the choice out of her hands.
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Political intrigue in historic Japan's inner royal court.
Who is this book for?
If you are captivated by stories of court politics and historical drama, this volume of Ōoku offers a fascinating look into the complex power struggles within Japan’s shogunate. The mix of personal dramas and political scheming will keep you turning pages, immersing you in a period rich with tradition and tension.
