〇 Story The story follows Taichi Tanabe, a diplomat of the shogunate, as he navigates the tumultuous Bakumatsu period, beginning with the arrival of Perry's ships. The Edo period, which began in 1603 and lasted for 265 years. During that time, the Western powers repeatedly engaged in power struggles and accumulated knowledge. Inevitably, their military strength increased, and their diplomatic skills became more refined. They arrived suddenly on warships and pressured Japan into signing trade treaties. It seemed impossible to compete. While Japan was at the mercy of the Western powers and faced collapse, it was not completely swallowed up. The story includes the master-disciple relationship between Taichi Tanabe and Tadanori Mizuno. The episodes of his two trips to France are comical and full of realism. What can be said here is that one should use their wisdom and act with their own beliefs. To fly straight forward and face difficulties. The story conveys the importance of risking one's life to consider the people and secure and promote the national interest. 〇 Recommended Book In the turbulent Bakumatsu period, where incompetent shogunate officials are often depicted, this book explores how the defeated shogunate officials acted and supported the powerful figures of the Satsuma and Choshu domains. It is a good book to read in the present day. 〇 Book Condition There are no folds or stains. Please check the photos from various angles. 〇 Shipping Shipping is planned via Yu-Packet Post. - Author: Noboru Kiuchi - Title: Manpa wo Kakeru (Soaring Through the Waves) - Publisher: Nihon Keizai Shimbun Publishing Thank you for viewing.