“It's a saying they have, that a man has a false heart in his mouth for the world to see, another in his breast to show to his special friends and his family, and the real one, the true one, the secret one, which is never known to anyone except to himself alone, hidden only God knows where.”
Quote by James Clavell
Work
Shogun: The First Novel of the Asian saga
This novel is a blend of historical fiction and adventure, depicting the 17th-century Japan and the cultural exchanges between the Japanese and the Portuguese. The story follows the journey of a Portuguese captain who arrives in Japan and becomes entangled in the political and social dynamics of the era. more
Author
James Clavell
James Clavell was an Australian novelist of British birth, renowned for his versatility and wide range of interests. His works spanned various genres including history, adventure, romance, and war, with his most famous titles being 'Shogun' and 'Titanic'. Clavell was praised for his precise descriptions of detail and profound insights into human emotions. more
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