A set of volumes 41 and 42 of "Minamoto no Yoritomo (1 & 2)," a classic work of Japanese literature by Eiji Yoshikawa depicting Japanese history. Following the overwhelming popularity of "Miyamoto Musashi," the author considered the subject matter for his next work. From the New Year of 1940, "Minamoto no Yoritomo" began to grace the pages of the Asahi Shimbun. It carried the subtitle "A Novel History of Japan." The concept was to feature prominent Japanese figures who strode through history, and Minamoto no Yoritomo was chosen as the first. Indeed, Yoritomo was the hero of the Genpei War and the giant who established the 700-year-long samurai society. The author keenly delves into the life of the warrior Yoritomo and his surroundings. Offered for sale due to a storage clear-out.