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Item specifics
- Condition
- Like New
- Seller Notes
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- Original Language
- English
- ISBN
- 1335016716
About this product
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Harlequin Enterprises Ulc
ISBN-10
1335016716
ISBN-13
9781335016713
eBay Product ID (ePID)
17062377419
Product Key Features
Book Title
Gentleman from Japan : The Untold Story of an Incredible Journey from Asia to Queen Elizabeth's Court
Number of Pages
432 Pages
Language
English
Topic
Asia / Japan, Europe / Great Britain / Tudor & Elizabethan Era (1485-1603), Expeditions & Discoveries, Historical
Publication Year
2024
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Biography & Autobiography, History
Format
Hardcover
Dimensions
Item Height
1.2 in
Item Weight
18.4 Oz
Item Length
9.2 in
Item Width
6.1 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
2024-408262
Reviews
"When you begin reading this book, you're not prepared for the emotional journey that unfolds. As you turn the last page, it's challenging to leave the world reconstructed by Thomas Lockley and return to reality. While many books fade from memory, this one, ironically dealing with forgetting, will linger in the minds of those who read it. Christopher's life intertwines with some of the most intriguing figures in English history, bearing witness to an extraordinary era where various Asian figures start making their mark in European societies. With a multifaceted approach, clearly a result of years of research, Lockley draws on Japanese, English, Portuguese, Spanish, Italian, and Latin documentation to infuse each sentence with authenticity, leaving a lasting impact on the reader's spirit."-Lúcio de Sousa, author of The Portuguese Slave Trade in Early Modern Japan "From Japan and the Philippines, to Cabo San Lucas and London, Lockely's tale is a traveller's delight! Meet the two young Japanese sailors who explained the East Asian invention of the compass to Londoners."-Robert Batchelor, author of London: The Selden Map and the Making of a Global City, 1549-1689, "When you begin reading this book, you're not prepared for the emotional journey that unfolds. As you turn the last page, it's challenging to leave the world reconstructed by Thomas Lockley and return to reality. While many books fade from memory, this one, ironically dealing with forgetting, will linger in the minds of those who read it. Christopher's life intertwines with some of the most intriguing figures in English history, bearing witness to an extraordinary era where various Asian figures start making their mark in European societies. With a multifaceted approach, clearly a result of years of research, Lockley draws on Japanese, English, Portuguese, Spanish, Italian, and Latin documentation to infuse each sentence with authenticity, leaving a lasting impact on the reader's spirit."--Lúcio de Sousa, author of The Portuguese Slave Trade in Early Modern Japan "From Japan and the Philippines, to Cabo San Lucas and London, Lockley's tale is a traveler's delight! Meet the two young Japanese sailors who explained the East Asian invention of the compass to Londoners."--Robert Batchelor, author of London: The Selden Map and the Making of a Global City, 1549-1689 "Thomas Lockley's A Gentleman from Japan deftly weaves together the lives of two extraordinary individuals from the late 16th century: Thomas Cavendish, an ambitious English nobleman, and Christopher, a young Japanese man. The two met in a firefight, when Cavendish's fleet attacked the vessel Christopher was sailing on. Their entangled stories are told in vivid, exciting prose, unfolding against the backdrop of the Tensho Embassy, a historic diplomatic mission from Japan to Europe. The book brings alive a rich global history of trade, exploration, war, colonialism, and cultural encounter. A vivid portrayal of the interconnectedness of the world during a pivotal time in global history."--Tonio Andrade, Professor of Chinese and Global History, Emory University, Atlanta, USA "The extraordinary story of the arrival of two Japanese and three Filipino youths in London in 1588, just months after defeat of the Spanish Armada, is well known to experts. Yet until now, no one has tried to gather information about them. Thomas Lockley focuses on one of the five, a Japanese named Christopher (birth name unknown), whose life he weaves together before, during and after his time in London, via a range of carefully selected documents written in many languages. No one will fail to be riveted, but more, by making Christopher the protagonist, Lockley forces us to rethink schoolbook tales of English maritime heroism in the age of Elizabeth I."--Timon Screech, author of The Shogun's Silver Telescope "Thomas Lockley brings history to life in this incredible tale of Christopher, a largely forgotten Japanese person who traveled the world and witnessed piracy on the high seas. A real swashbuckling tale that should not be missed."--Diane Nagatomo, Associate Professor at Ochanomizu University "Thomas Lockley takes the reader on a fascinating voyage of discovery, weaving the extraordinary story of a young Japanese man, Christopher, into the broader context of 16th century circumnavigation and global politics. As Lockley notes, many of the tensions between the West and East today stem from issues and problems that Christopher and fellow navigators experienced or witnessed four centuries ago."--Naoko Abe, author of 'Cherry' Ingram: The Englishman Who Saved Japan's Blossoms, The Martyr and the Red Kimono: A Fearless Priest's Sacrifice and A New Generation of Hope in Japan
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Synopsis
An incredible sea story that turns the Age of Exploration on its head, following the first Japanese man to set foot on North America and England. On November 12, 1588, five young Asian men--led by a twenty-one-year-old called Christopher--traveled up the River Thames to meet Queen Elizabeth I. Christopher's epic sea voyage had spanned from Japan, via the Philippines, New Spain (Mexico), Java and Southern Africa. On the way, he had already become the first recorded Japanese person in North America. Now Christopher was the first ever Japanese visitor to England, and no other would leave such a legacy for centuries to come. The story of Christopher is almost utterly forgotten and has never been fully told before. A Gentleman from Japan is a fast-paced, historical narrative of adventure, cross-cultural endeavor, intellectual exchange, perseverance, espionage and conflict in the Age of Exploration.
LC Classification Number
DA358.C47L63 2024
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- .***7 (27)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseBook arrived in excellent condition—clean, well-preserved, and exactly as described. The book looks great, no marks or damage and well kept pages. Overall high quality - like new and book is in great shape. Seller clearly takes pride in their inventory. Shipping was quick, packaging was very secure, and the price was unbeatable. Clearly handled with care. I’m excited to dive into it! Highly recommend this seller and will definitely purchase from them again. Very happy …A+ experienceManufacturing Consent: The Political Economy of the Mass Media Paperback by E... (#204955310921)
- r***i (300)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseThis is a top-notch seller and highly recommended for all book-related purchases. The item was well packaged and promptly arranged for shipping. They described it accurately and honestly, and the item arrived in new, as described condition. The item was new, looked good, and arrived well protected, so the quality was good. The price provided good value considering the item's condition!
- p***p (83)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseFast shipping, brand new item arrived as advertised. Excellent price, too. The only thing I’d say is maybe add some stuffing in the packaging so the book cover doesn’t get squished during shipping but they’re minor creases. Thanks for a great experienceThe Art and Making of Arcane (Gaming) Hardcover – 2024 by Elisabeth Vincentelli (#196846928995)