A poor boy takes his first steps toward greatness. Born into poverty, Hiyoshimaru survives hunger, loneliness, and conflict through quick thinking, courage, and an extraordinary ability to win people's trust. After leaving his home, he is taken into the service of Matsushita Kahei and enters the turbulent world of Japan's Warring States era. He eventually encounters the young Oda Nobunaga-dismissed by many as a reckless fool, yet already looking beyond the conventions of his age. When the paths of the nameless boy and the solitary young warlord cross, a story destined to transform Japan begins. Eiji Yoshikawa's Shinsho Taikoki-The New Chronicle of Hideyoshi-is an epic historical novel portraying the rise of Toyotomi Hideyoshi and the ambitions, loyalties, and humanity of the warriors around him. Written by Eiji Yoshikawa Narrated by Shichimi Harugoro Produced and published by Marutake Shobo LLC
