The shattering novel about an American Corporal who seeks to dominate both captors and captives in an Japanese prison camp during WWII.
James Clavell Books
October 10, 1921 – September 7, 1994
James Clavell is renowned for his epic novels, particularly his extensive Asian Saga series. His works often draw upon his own experiences, including his time as a prisoner of war, infusing his narratives with a unique authenticity. Clavell masterfully depicted vast historical events and intricate human relationships against exotic cultural backdrops. His ability to weave together adventure, political intrigue, and personal drama solidifies his reputation as a compelling storyteller.
Dirk Straun, a pirate, smuggler, and ruthless individual, finds glory beyond his dreams as the Tai-Pan, or supreme leader, of Hong Kong.
James Clavell's most famous and best-loved novel repackaged for a new generation
The Art of War
- 208 pages
- 8 hours of reading
Sun Tzu's The Art of War is the earliest-known treatise on military science, studying how to shape war tactics in ever-evolving situations. It has seen enduring popularity for over two thousand years, providing insight into many areas of life including leadership and business strategy. This beautiful clothbound hardback features the definitive translation by Lionel Giles. It also includes introduction by Nigel Cawthorne which examines the impact of the text throughout history, as well as its relevance to modern life. With a foil-stamped cover and decorative illustrations within, this deluxe edition makes the perfect gift or collectible.
Set in Hong Kong in 1963. The Noble House is in financial trouble and the fate of Hong Kong rests on what will happen to it.
It was a simple incident in the life of James Clavell—a talk with his young daughter just home from school—that inspired this chilling tale of what could happen in twenty-five quietly devastating minutes. He writes, "The Children's Story came into being that day. It was then that I really realized how vulnerable my child's mind was —any mind, for that matter—under controlled circumstances. Normally I write and rewrite and re-rewrite, but this story came quickly—almost by itself. Barely three words were changed. It pleases me greatly because I kept asking the questions… Questions like, What's the use of 'I pledge allegiance' without understanding? Like Why is it so easy to divert thoughts? Like What is freedom? and Why is so hard to explain? The Children's Story keeps asking me all sorts of questions I cannot answer. Perhaps you can—then your child will...."
The heir to the magnificent English trading company, the Noble House…the direct descendant of the first Toranaga Shogun battling to usher his country into the modern age…a beautiful young French woman forever torn between ambition and desire … Their lives intertwine in an exotic land newly open to foreigners , gai-jin, torn apart by greed, idealism, and terrorism. Their passions mingle with monarchs and diplomats, assassins, courtesans and spies. Their fates collide in James Clavell’s latest masterpiece set in nineteenth-century Japan–an unforgettable epic seething with betrayal and secrets, brutality and heroism, love and forbidden passions.…
Whirlwind is the story of three weeks in Tehran in February 1979: three weeks of fanaticism, passion, self-sacrifice and heartbreak. Caught between the revolutionaries and the forces of international intrigue is a team of professional pilots. Two of them have Iranian wives they love beyond safety and politics.
James Clavell's Gai-jin
- 1236 pages
- 44 hours of reading
In the closed society of Japan in 1862, a bitter battle for commercial supremacy rages between the Struan and Brock trading houses. Young Malcolm Struan confronts the complex politics of the Japanese Court and the samurai of the warlords to succeed in love. By the author of "King Rat" and "Shogun".
Escape
- 584 pages
- 21 hours of reading
During the chaos following the Shah's departure from Iran, Erikki Yokkomen, a Finnish helicopter pilot, tries to reach safety with his Iranian-born wife, Azadeh
