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The coming of the bear

Pages
211
Published
1992
Language
English

Synopsis

Two unemployed samurai are saved from drowning by the Ainus, a primitive people on a northern Japanese island, and are torn in their loyalties when the possibility of war arises between the Ainus and a band of Japanese settlers.

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About the author

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Lensey Namioka

Lensey Namioka is the author of Imagine, a wonderful book for young readers. Her stories often explore themes of friendship and growing up.

Characters

Japanese settlersAntagonist
AinusSupporting
All characters in The coming of the bear