In recent years Shusaku Endo has come to the forefront of Japanese literature. This story describes the attempt by foreign missionaries to convert 17th century Japan to Christianity, in the face of relentless persecution by the authorities.
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In recent years Shusaku Endo has come to the forefront of Japanese literature. This story describes the attempt by foreign missionaries to convert 17th century Japan to Christianity, in the face of relentless persecution by the authorities.
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Add this copy of Silence (Penguin International Writers) to cart. $12.97, good condition, Sold by ThriftBooks-Atlanta rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Brownstown, MI, UNITED STATES, published 1993 by Penguin Books Ltd.
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Add this copy of Silence to cart. $31.00, very good condition, Sold by Brian Bauld (B-Line Books) rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Amherst, NS, CANADA, published 1993 by Penguin UK.
Written by a Japanese Catholic about the Jesuit missionaries who ministered to Japanese converts in secret in the 17th century. When caught they were tortured to persuade them to give up their faith. The principal character faces this ordeal. The English translation reads very well. Absorbing.
kat1
Apr 25, 2007
Silence
Shusaku Endo provides an emotional view in the treatment of Christians in Asia. It is compelling. You won't want to put this one down until you've finished.
