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Bezig met laden... Shike: Last of the Zinja (1981)door Robert Shea
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In thirteenth-century Japan, the Red Banner of the ruling Takashi dynasty was stained with the blood of the people. The eternal love of the warrior monk Jebu and the lovely Taniko had been thwarted by the will of the gods and winds of battle. Now the Zinja monk and his brilliant commande, Yukio, rally Muratomo clan's forces, to wage again the War of the Dragons -- for control of the imperial throne. But victory did not end their labors. The new Shogun was consumed by jealousy and the greed of power. Jebu's beloved, Lady Taniko, was coveted by the tyrant. And the glittering armoured warriors of Kablai Khan were poised to strike by sea, in iron waves, against the sacred islands of snow-dusted peaks and silken pavilions -- against Japan! The splendid tale of SHIKE is told in two volumes. "Last of the Zinja" continues from "Time of the Dragons". Geen bibliotheekbeschrijvingen gevonden. |
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The title character Jebu makes an appealing hero, and his love Taniko is an intelligent, strong-willed and resourceful heroine. If I have any complaints in her regard it's that this book sure doesn't pass the "Bechdel Test." (Test of female presence in fiction--that there be at least one scene between at least two women where what they discuss doesn't concern their relationship with a man.) There are affecting friendships between men here, but not between women. Taniko is the only notable female character.
But the bottom line is this is an engrossing epic tale, with great action and adventure that never lets up but never seems forced. It's a terrific read--which you can read for free since Shea's son has made the complete Shike available to read online here. ( )