The Samurai's Tale by Erik Christian Haugaard
Juvenile Fiction2005 · 234 pages · ~4 hr read

The Samurai's Tale

by Erik Christian Haugaard
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Taro will become a samurai and redeem the family legacy that has been stolen from him. A classic tale of adventure. When the powerful Lord Takeda's soldiers sweep across the countryside, killing and plundering, they spare the boy Taro's life and take him along with them. Taro becomes a servant in the household of the noble Lord Akiyama, where he meets Togan, a cook, who teaches Taro and makes his new life bearable. But when Togan is murdered, Taro's life takes a new direction: He will become a samurai, and redeem the family legacy that has been stolen from him. "The Samurai's Tale, poetic yet unflinching, is excellent." --Boston Herald

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About The Samurai's Tale

What is The Samurai's Tale about?

Taro will become a samurai and redeem the family legacy that has been stolen from him. A classic tale of adventure. When the powerful Lord Takeda's soldiers sweep across the countryside, killing and plundering, they spare the boy Taro's life and take him along with them.

Who wrote The Samurai's Tale?

The Samurai's Tale was written by Erik Christian Haugaard.

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