Heart of a Samurai by Margi Preus
Amulet2010
301 pgs.
Summary
In 1841, rescued by an American whaler after a terrible shipwreck leaves him and his four companions castaways on a remote island, fourteen-year-old Manjiro, who dreams of becoming a samurai, learns new laws and customs as he becomes the first Japanese person to set foot in the United States.
I thought this one was fascinating and I couldn't believe it was based on a true story. The middle was a little slow but all in all a good read.
ReplyDeleteI agree with Kathy, this was a fascinating story. I really appreciate the historical notes at the end.
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