A mystery set in 11th-century Japan. A minor official in the Ministry of Justice is asked by an old friend to help one of the friend's colleagues, who is being blackmailed, but a murder sidetracks the investigation. Red boards w/gilt spine lettering, 336 pages (including historical note). Gently bumped spine ends, bumped corners, in dust jacket w/light general wear. An unread copy. Size: 8vo - over 7� - 9�" tall.

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Title

Rashomon Gate (signed)

Publisher

St. Martin's Press / Minotaur, New York

Publication Date

2002

Language

English

ISBN 10

0312287984

ISBN 13

9780312287986

Binding

Hardcover

Edition

First Edition.

Condition

Near Fine

Dust Jacket Condition

Near Fine

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Signed by Author(s)

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Book

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Synopsis

In the tradition of Robert Van Gulik's classic Judge Dee mysteries, I J Parker introduces a sharp-witted detective in 11th-century Japan. Chafing under his dull assignments as a clerk in the Ministry of Justice, the young nobleman Akitada Sugawara welcomes the chance to work under cover to help his old professor at the Imperial University. Quickly drawn into a net of gossip, petty rivalry, and murder, Akitada is then approached by one of his students, Lord Minamoto, whose grandfather has disappeared under odd circumstances. Lord Minamoto does not believe the pious tale of his grandfather's miraculous transfiguration and asks Akitada to investigate. Plunging into a dangerous investigation of conspiracy among high-ranking nobles, Akitada must help the young lord, all the while gathering clues to help save his old mentor before it is too late.

About the Author

I. J. Parker, winner of a Shamus Award for "Akitada's First Case," a short story published in 1999, lives in Virginia Beach, Virginia.

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