Böcker av John Luther Long

The Way of the Gods is a beautiful and haunting novel set in ancient Japan. The story follows the journey of a young warrior named Shinichi who, after losing his family and his land, sets out on a quest to find meaning in his life. Along the way, he encounters a mysterious woman who teaches him the secrets of the gods and the true meaning of honor and sacrifice. With its lush descriptions of Japanese culture, its poetic language, and its exploration of the human spirit, The Way of the Gods is a masterpiece of historical fiction that will stay with you long after you have turned the last page.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Set during the Spanish-American War in the late 19th century, this gripping novel tells the story of a young woman who finds herself torn between love and loyalty when she falls in love with a Spanish officer. With themes of love, patriotism, and sacrifice, this book offers a unique and insightful view of one of the most tumultuous periods in American history.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

These novellas appeared at the height of fin-de-siecle American fascination with Japanese culture. Usually dismissed by critics because of their stereotypical treatment of Asian women, they have been paired here to show how they defined and redefined contemporary misconceptions of the """"Orient"""".