Christ's samurai : the true story of the Shimabara Rebellion

The sect was said to harbour dark designs to overthrow the government. Its teachers used a dead language that was impenetrable to all but the innermost circle of believers. Its priests preached love and kindness, but helped local warlords acquire firearms. They encouraged believers to cast aside the...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Clements, Jonathan
Format: BOOK
Language:ENGLISH
Published: Robinson 2016
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