The Loyal Ronins: A Historical Romance is a novel written by Shunsui Tamenaga in 1880. The story is set in Japan during the 18th century and follows the lives of a group of samurai who become ronin, or masterless samurai, after their lord is forced to commit seppuku (ritual suicide). The main characters, Oishi Kuranosuke and his loyal followers, vow to avenge their lord's death by plotting to assassinate the corrupt official responsible for their lord's demise. As they plan their revenge, the ronin face numerous challenges, including betrayal, imprisonment, and even the threat of execution. Along the way, Oishi and his followers must also confront their own moral values and the consequences of their actions. The novel is a historical romance that explores themes of loyalty, honor, and duty. It also provides a glimpse into Japanese culture and society during the Edo period. The Loyal Ronins: A Historical Romance has been praised for its vivid descriptions of samurai life and its engaging plot. It is considered a classic of Japanese literature and has been adapted into numerous films, plays, and other forms of media.Illustrated By Keisai Yeisen.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.