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The Snow Empress
- De: Laura Joh Rowland
- Narrado por: James Yaegashi
- Duración: 10 h y 20 m
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Chosen by Publishers Weekly as a Best Book of 2007, The Snow Empress showcases author Laura Joh Rowland's deep understanding of 17th-century Japan and her impeccable gift of storytelling. This thrilling novel finds samurai detective Sano Ichirõ working to gain freedom for his son by investigating the murder of a lord's beloved mistress.
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Japanophile delight
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The Phoenix Guards
- De: Steven Brust
- Narrado por: Kevin Stillwell
- Duración: 16 h y 14 m
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Khaavren of the House of Tiassa is a son of landless nobility, possessor of a good sword and “tolerably well-acquainted with its use.” Along with three loyal friends, he enthusiastically seeks out danger and excitement. But in a realm renowned for repartee and betrayals, where power is as mutable as magic, a young man like Khaavren, newly come from the countryside, had best be wary. His life depends on it. And so does the future of Draegara.
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Hands down my favorite audiobook now!
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De: Steven Brust
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Storm Warning
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- De: Mercedes Lackey
- Narrado por: David Ledoux
- Duración: 17 h y 8 m
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With her phenomenal Mage Winds trilogy, bestselling author Mercedes Lackey captivated fans across the country. Now in the first volume of the series sequel, she continues the same storyline, returning readers to a war-torn Valdemar in preparation to confront an ancient Eastern Empire - ruled by a monarch whose magical tactics by be beyond any sorcery known to the western kingdoms.
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Great story! Slow narration.
- De ArtisticFool en 02-16-13
De: Mercedes Lackey
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The Seven Wonders
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- De: Steven Saylor
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USA Today hails Steven Saylor as a “modern master of historical fiction.” Rich in intrigue and period detail, his novels set in ancient Rome have garnered acclaim the world over. A prequel to his epic Roma Sub Rosa series, The Seven Wonders follows series star Gordianus the Finder as an 18-year-old traveling the Mediterranean to witness the wonders of that fabled age. At each stop, the young investigator finds a beguiling mystery that pushes his powers of deduction to the limit.
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Interesting History, Not much of a story
- De Mark en 08-10-12
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The Magician's Apprentice
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- Narrado por: Richard Aspel
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In the remote village of Mandryn, Tessia serves as assistant to her father, the village Healer - much to the frustration of her mother, who would rather she found a husband. Despite knowing that women aren't readily accepted by the Guild of Healers, Tessia is determined to follow in her father’s footsteps. But her life is about to take a very unexpected turn. When treating a patient at the residence of the local magician, Lord Dakon, Tessia is forced to fight off the advances of a visiting Sachakan mage - and instinctively uses magic.
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The Healer's Apprentice
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Quatrain
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Sharon Shinn's Twelve Houses books have fascinated fans and critics alike with their irresistible blend of fantasy, romance, and adventure. Now in Quatrain, she weaves compelling stories in four of the worlds that fans love in "Flight", "Blood", "Gold", and "Flame".
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Lovely set of novellas, description needs updated
- De Lindsay C. en 09-25-20
De: Sharon Shinn
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The Betrothed
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- De: Alessandro Manzoni, Michael F. Moore - translator, Jhumpa Lahiri - afterword
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- Duración: 22 h y 38 m
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The Betrothed is a cornerstone of Italian culture, language, and literature. Published in its final form in 1842, The Betrothed has inspired generations of Italian readers and writers. Giuseppe Verdi composed his majestic Requiem Mass in honor of Manzoni. Italo Calvino called the novel “a classic that has never ceased shaping reality in Italy” while Umberto Eco praised its author as a “most subtle critic and analyst of languages.”
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How to ruin a masterpiece
- De McMurrab en 10-31-22
De: Alessandro Manzoni, y otros
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Push Not the River
- De: James Conroyd Martin
- Narrado por: Dawn Harvey
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Push Not the River is the rich story of Poland in the late 1700's - a time of heartache and turmoil as the country's once peaceful people are torn apart by neighboring countries and divided loyalties. It is then, at the young and vulnerable age of seventeen, that Lady Anna Maria Berezowska loses both of her parents and must leave the only home she has ever known.
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Save your time; buy something else.
- De AMS en 10-22-15
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The Skystone
- Camulod Chronicles, Book 1
- De: Jack Whyte
- Narrado por: Kevin Pariseau
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Everyone knows the story-how Arthur pulled the sword from the stone, how Camelot came to be, and about the power struggles that ultimately destroyed Arthur's dreams. But what of the time before Arthur and the forces that created him?
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Fascinating new series
- De Jim R. Whitt Jr. en 08-27-13
De: Jack Whyte
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Across the Nightingale Floor
- Tales of the Otori, Book One
- De: Lian Hearn
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- Duración: 8 h y 25 m
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A tour-de-force novel set in ancient Japan filled with passion, fantasy, and feuding warlords. The first volume in the highly anticipated Tales of the Otori trilogy.
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Wonderful epic story
- De Jody R. Nathan en 10-04-03
De: Lian Hearn
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Imperium
- A Novel of Ancient Rome
- De: Robert Harris
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When Tiro, the confidential secretary (and slave) of a Roman senator, opens the door to a terrified stranger on a cold November morning, he sets in motion a chain of events that will eventually propel his master into one of the most suspenseful courtroom dramas in history.
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Engrossing read
- De Everett Leiter en 08-16-07
De: Robert Harris
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A sobering history
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A great classic
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In 1861, foreign ships have forced open Japan's doors to the West. Missionaries have come to Japan; they are there to save men's souls, but to the Japanese they are there to spread false religion. The young Lord Genji, who possesses the power of prophecy, flees to the Cloud of Sparrows castle, where he shelters two American missionaries. Together with a legendary swordsman and an enigmatic geisha, they embark on a harrowing journey through a dangerous landscape to prepare for a final battle.
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In Ghostly Japan collects 12 ghostly stories from Lafcadio Hearn, deathless images of ghosts and goblins, touches of folklore and superstition, salted with traditions of the nation. While some of these stories contain nightmare imagery worthy of a midnight creature feature, others are not ghostly or ghastly at all. "Bits of Poetry" offers an engaging study on verse, and "Japanese Buddhist Proverbs" explains the meaning of several aphorisms based on Japanese cultural references.
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Let the Samurai Be Your Guide
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In Let the Samurai Be Your Guide, life coach and motivational speaker Lori Tsugawa Whaley traces the far-reaching legacy of the Samurai and their meaning in the modern world. The Bushido - the traditional code of the Samurai - has permeated all aspects of life and society in Japan, and its influences are still deeply felt today. In contemporary Japan, bushido concepts of bravery and skill in battle are now brought to bear on less martial realms, in the corporate and sports worlds, for example.
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Lo que los oyentes dicen sobre 47 Ronin
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- Mstv01
- 06-01-16
Very Interesting take on a true event
The history is true, the events actually happened in the manner described in the story, perhaps even the dialog is accurate because the group of Ronin were kept in royal custody for awhile and were greatly admired. It wouldn't be too much of a stretch to think that they told their story while alive.
Entertaining historical story on the Samurai codes of conduct and the actions of a highly honored group, plus, not terribly gory in descriptions.
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- Erik
- 07-08-14
A solid rendition of a classic tale
This a great non-European/American classic, which makes it rare in it's own right. The background at the beginning, which outlines the known historical facts that make up the framework of the story, enhances the work that follows. The narrator was a bit flat, and perhaps could have changed cadence more emphatically as the story required, but on the whole his narration was adequate.
While a great classic, on which many movies have been based, it is not a convoluted tale. It follows the line of Samurai master is ordered to commit suicide, and loyal followers eventually extract revenge. The more interesting aspect of the tale concerns the personalities and deceptions leading to the revenge attack. It also paints an interesting description of Japanese culture 300 years ago.
So, give this audio book a listen, especially if you are not familiar with the story through movies. You should find it worth your time.
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- matt
- 02-09-16
Beautifully Real!
This was the absolute best story read and narrated! Simply Unique! I loved it!
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- M. OConnor
- 02-04-15
Not that interesting.
The story is about a group of samurai that took revenge on the person that killed their shogun. It was a slow slog to finish it.
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- Amazon Customer
- 07-31-19
Editing needed
The guy narrating takes very loud continuous breaths for the duration of the book. It is very loud and hard to completely focus on. The rest of the narration in the book is great just wish more editing went into the recording.
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- GodlessOne
- 03-01-19
Trust me..
An absolute amazing tale, which any reader can connect too and feel like you’re in the feudal Era. Though my BIGGEST DREAD came from the Forward, after almost returning this book bcuz of it, I seen MANY reviews saying to pay no attention to it and to just skip it.. Well let me tell you, IF YOU WANT TO ENJOY THIS BOOK, SKIP THE “FORWARD”. It’s so contradicting, and sounds like a 21st century Westerner is trying to find peace and understanding in Politics from back then.. which is a miserable fail. So AMAZING story and listen. But leave the TERRIBLE Forward out of it, you’ll be happy you did.
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- Jeffrey
- 09-11-14
Don't Watch the Movie - Listen to This
Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?
Far better than the movie which is based mostly on fantasy with just a few historical details. I have to confess my ignorance and say that I had never heard the story of the 47 Ronin. The ancient Japanese culture and the plot of the story made it a great read. You may or may not agree with the actions of the Ronin, or understand their culture, but there is a definite lesson in the historical story concerning honor and duty.
What was one of the most memorable moments of 47 Ronin?
I do not want to create a spoiler, so I will just say that at the end of the story there is a tremendous display of duty. I do not fully understand the Japanese mindset of that day. However, that did not diminish the amazing sense of duty displayed by the Ronin in the end.
What aspect of David Shih’s performance would you have changed?
He is at times a little hard to understand - or at least he was for me.
Any additional comments?
Don't waste your time on the movie - listen to the book.
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- Lee M. Ahlstrom
- 08-17-15
Good performance of a classic story
Well done, fast paced adventure. But skip the introduction by Stephen Turnbull, a modernist seeking to apply 21st century political correctness to feudal Japan.
Strong narration.
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- G. Parish
- 03-26-15
Ignore the forward
The dark forward is a bit of twisting of the facts and, despite how it is portrayed, is not terribly accurate in the context of the culture of the time. Having said that the main tale is exactly the story of honor, duty, and the epic tale that comes from it that you expect. Skip the forward and you'll love this.
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- Amazon Customer
- 07-23-20
Good Audible, good story.
The voice acting and reading is top notch, the story is a classic and worth hearing. It’s heavier on politics than action, but the narrators ability to act out each character will pull you in and help you get through some of the slow dialogue.
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