The Samurai by Shūsaku Endō

The Samurai

Shūsaku Endō with David Holt (Narrator)

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fiction historical challenging reflective slow-paced
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In the 17th century, Hasekura and three other low-level samurai are sent to seek trade with Nueva Espa a (today's Mexico). Accompanied by Father Velasco, a Franciscan missionary and interpreter, they pursue their mission from Nueva Espa a to Spain...

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Community Reviews Summary of 214 reviews

Moods

adventurous 61%
reflective 55%
emotional 44%
informative 44%
sad 38%
challenging 27%
dark 27%
tense 27%
inspiring 16%
hopeful 11%
mysterious 5%

Pace

slow 65%
medium 35%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 35% | A mix: 35% | Plot: 21% | N/A: 7%

Strong character development?

Yes: 40% | It's complicated: 33% | No: 20% | N/A: 6%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 46% | No: 33% | Yes: 13% | N/A: 6%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 64% | No: 21% | It's complicated: 7% | N/A: 7%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 46% | It's complicated: 33% | No: 13% | N/A: 6%

Average rating

3.97

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