Samurai Assassins

Explore the tumultuous era of the Meiji Restoration (1853-1868) in "Samurai Assassins" by Romulus Hillsborough. This captivating book offers the first in-depth English account of the role played by assassins in this transformative period of Japanese history, often referred to as "the dawn of modern Japan." With a riveting narrative, Hillsborough delves into the concept of ansatsu or "dark murder," illustrating how assassination became a powerful tool in the samurai-led revolution. Spanning 224 pages and published by McFarland & Co Inc in 2017, this paperback is a must-read for anyone interested in samurai culture, historical events, and the complexities of Japan's path to modernization. Discover how these remarkable figures shaped the course of history in a time of great upheaval and change.