[New Book] A Picture Story 'Taiheiki Betsuden: Those Who Are Proud Don't Last Long, People Don't Stop Fighting,' Adding a Modern Perspective to the Epic War Chronicle 'Taiheiki,' Released Exclusively on Amazon.

What were the true intentions of Emperor Go-Daigo, who was obsessed with the restoration of imperial rule, and the samurai groups surrounding him, such as the Ashikaga brothers Takauji and Tadayoshi, and Kusunoki Masashige?

"Taiheiki" is an epic war chronicle from the early medieval period, a turning point where the samurai regents, after conflicts with the Imperial Court, solidified the unification of the court and military government. The main characters, Emperor Go-Daigo and the Ashikaga brothers (Takauji and Tadayoshi), along with their retainers, including court nobles and warriors like Kusunoki Masashige and his son, have been subjected to various evaluations based on historical views convenient for different eras, such as the Imperial View of History from the Meiji period to pre-war times. The story of the Nanboku-chō period, in particular, is complex. This book, "Taiheiki Betsuden," is a picture story that examines the true feelings of the characters who were at the mercy of war, in light of contemporary conflicts and social conditions both domestically and internationally.

Author Introduction Kohei Ono Born in Tokyo in April 1939. Doctor of Engineering. Graduated from Hokkaido University Faculty of Engineering and Musashino Art University. After working as a corporate engineer, he served as a faculty member in architecture at Fukuoka University and Nishinippon Institute of Technology. As of 2026, he resides in Fukuoka City. He is active as a writer, creating picture books and paintings, and writing essays. Published picture books include "Kijimuna no Tsuioku" (Bungeisha 2021) and "Putin no Senso wo Ureu Inu to Kitsune no Monogatari" (Parade Books 2024).

Book Information "Taiheiki Betsuden: Those Who Are Proud Don't Last Long, People Don't Stop Fighting" Author: Kohei Ono Publisher: Parade Release Date: April 1, 2026 ISBN: 978-4-86522-485-6 Specifications: A5 horizontal format / Hardcover / 24 pages Price: 1,100 yen (1,000 yen + 10% tax) Paradebooks: https://books.parade.co.jp/category/genre06/978-4-86522-485-6.html Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.jp/dp/4865224858/

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