Silence

ISBN 10: 0720614481 / ISBN 13: 9780720614480

Published by PETER OWEN

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Silence
• Publisher: PETER OWEN
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0720614481
• ISBN 13: 9780720614480
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Good

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Synopsis

A Japanese Catholic, Endo tells the story of two 17th-century missionaries attempting to shore up the oppressed Japanese Christian movement. Father Rodrigues has come to Japan to find the truth behind unthinkable rumors that his famous teacher Ferreira has renounced his faith. But after his arrival he discovers that the only way to help the brutally persecuted Christians may be to apostatize himself. Translated from the Japanese by William Johnston, this special edition is issued in celebration of the release of Martin Scorsese's film adaptation of the novel.

About the Author

Shusaku Endo (1923–1996) is one of the most important Japanese authors of the late 20th century. He won many major literary awards and was nominated for the Nobel Prize several times. His novels, which have been translated into 28 languages, include The Sea and Poison, Wonderful Fool, Deep River, and The Samurai. His masterpiece Silence has recently been filmed by director Martin Scorsese.