A Daughter of the Samurai [Paperback]

Etsu Inagaki Sugimoto (Author)

Product Details

• Paperback: 314 pages
• Publisher: Tuttle Publishing (July 15, 1990)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0804816557
• ISBN-13: 978-0804816557
• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.6 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,095,800 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A glimpse into the cultural foundation of Japan, May 1, 2000

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"missiongirl" - See all my reviews

This review is from: A Daughter of the Samurai (Paperback)

I was completely charmed by this beautifully written autobiography! I couldn't put it down! Not only did I learn some rich social history of Japan, but I was able to see into the Japanese heart for the first time. Although many of the customs mentioned are now outdated, they show the foundation that shaped and molded the Japanese people of today. I can now say that I have a much clearer understanding of the Japanese. Apart from what I learned of Japan, I also got a glimpse of America and how we haven't changed much over the years in our attitudes. I saw into the heart of the immigrant and the adjustments and readjustments they must face. I was awed and inspired!

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Charming and Informative Book!, March 15, 2001

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"jennwest" (FPO, AP USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: A Daughter of the Samurai (Paperback)

Unfortunately, out of print - but seek it out any way you can. A fascinating, wonderful, and truthful account of the life of a daughter of the Samurai class, which had existed for centuries, just at the time when it was beginning its decline. Much of what you read in this book will explain the behaviour of modern-day Japanese. As an American living in Japan, that has proved invaluable. The book is well-written, focused, imaginative, whimsical, and resourceful, just like the author herself. If you can get your hands on a copy, be prepared to fall in love with Etsu-bo!

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Charming book, beautifully written, I wanted it to continue., December 7, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: A Daughter of the Samurai (Paperback)

I didn't want this book to finish so soon. I loved the style and became involved in the characters. I want to know how her children re-adjusted back to life in the USA - how did she manage as a single Japanese mother alone in the USA.

Nothing tumultuos happens, no sex, no violence - just a peek into the not-so distant past!

Especially interesting for me since I am a Brit who has lived in the USA and now living in Japan.

Can anyone reccomend more books of this calibre?