National Treasure

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Synopsis

This teaching novel by archaeologist Peter Bleed demonstrates the complexities of contemporary collecting of archaeological antiques and delves into the world of 14th century Japan. Dr. Eric Mallow, a serious gun collector, complicates his life by acquiring a pair of Japanese swords at a gun show. He has no idea one of the swords was the personal weapon of a 14th century patriot, or that the other carries a blood-thirsty reputation as the "Son Killer." Various attempts to get them back complicate his life, from a Japanese politician wants the swords to cement his control over a religious cult to the leader of a Tokyo crime syndicate. National Treasure treats 600 years of history and societies that are worlds apart with accuracy and cultural detail. The book was a Finalist, 2001 Independent Book Publishers Awards, Multicultural Fiction.

Book details

Author:
Peter Bleed
ISBN:
9781315423678
Related ISBNs:
9781315423692, 9780967579818, 9780967579818, 9781138404908, 9781138404908
Publisher:
Taylor and Francis
Pages:
N/A
Reading age:
Not specified
Includes images:
No
Date of addition:
2020-06-13
Usage restrictions:
Copyright
Copyright date:
2000
Copyright by:
Routledge 
Adult content:
No
Language:
English
Categories:
Nonfiction, Social Studies