A captivating epic set against the backdrop of 17th century Japan… A brave English seafarer. An undefeated Japanese warlord. A beautiful woman torn between two worlds. As time passes, John Blackthorne becomes familiar with Japanese culture, earning a place alongside the powerful warlord Toranaga. As rival factions face off in a clash that will reveal the ultimate military leader of the country, Blackthorne finds himself at the center of a whirlwind of bloody conflicts, political maneuvers, intrigues, and an insatiable thirst for power, where a fine line separates absolute triumph from complete destruction… Shogun masterfully depicts the harsh reality of life in feudal Japan. The gripping novel that captivated international audiences and served as the basis for the classic 1980 television series as well as the new 2024 television blockbuster. "Adventure, intrigue, and action, bloodshed and passion… you will love it." – Library Journal "Irresistible… It's not just something you read – you live it." – The New York Times Book Review