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Long recognized as a core book in any study of Japanese culture and literature, The Nobility of Failure examines the lives and deaths of nine historical individuals who faced overwhelming odds, and, realizing they were doomed, accepted their fate--to be killed in battle or by execution, to wither in exile, or to escape through ritual suicide. Morris then turns his attention to the kamikaze pilots of World War II, who gave their lives in defense of their nation in the full realization that their deaths would have little effect on the course of the war. Through detail, crystal-clear prose and unmatched narrative sweep and brilliance, Professor Morris takes you into the innermost hearts of the Japanese people.
Release date NZ
September 30th, 2013
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  • General (US: Trade)
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  • Preface by Juliet Winters Carpenter
Illustrations
black & white illustrations
Pages
392
Dimensions
152x229x22
ISBN-13
9784902075502
Product ID
21727537

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