{"product_id":"stranger-in-the-shoguns-city","title":"Stranger in the Shogun's City","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eStranger in the Shogun's City\u003c\/i\u003e by Amy Stanley is a captivating narrative that explores the vibrant and dynamic world of Edo, now known as Tokyo, during the early 19th century. Through the life of an unconventional woman named Tsuneno, the book offers a unique and refreshing perspective on Japanese history, placing women's lives at the forefront of the historical narrative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBorn in 1804 in a remote village in Japan's snow country, Tsuneno was the daughter of a Buddhist priest and was expected to follow a traditional path similar to her mother's. However, Tsuneno's story takes a different turn. After enduring three tumultuous marriages, her bold and strong-willed nature led her to defy societal expectations and seek a new life in the bustling city of Edo. This city, on the brink of monumental change, becomes the backdrop for Tsuneno's journey as she endeavours to recreate her life and pursue her own path.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eStranger in the Shogun's City\u003c\/i\u003e, Amy Stanley vividly reconstructs Tsuneno's world, providing an immersive experience that transports readers to a time of significant transformation in Japan. The book is not just a biography; it is a window into the drama, excitement, and challenges of a society undergoing significant change.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe work has been widely acclaimed for its compelling storytelling and meticulous historical research. The Guardian describes it as 'compelling... deeply absorbing,' while the TLS praises Stanley for building up a picture of Tsuneno's world, likening it to an experience akin to time travel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eStranger in the Shogun's City\u003c\/i\u003e has garnered several prestigious accolades, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWinner of the National Book Critics Circle Award for Biography 2020\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFinalist for the Pulitzer Prize for Biography 2021\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWinner of the PEN\/Jacqueline Bograd Weld Award for Biography\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eLonglisted for the HWA Non-Fiction Crown\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eShortlisted for the Baillie Gifford Prize 2020\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmy Stanley's masterful narrative not only recounts the life of a remarkable woman but also offers a new understanding of how historical events shaped and were shaped by the lives of women. \u003ci\u003eStranger in the Shogun's City\u003c\/i\u003e is an essential read for anyone interested in Japanese history, women's studies, or the rich tapestry of human resilience and transformation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45692358033644,"sku":"9781784708139","price":26.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781784708139.jpg?v=1725559208","url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/products\/stranger-in-the-shoguns-city","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}