The First Samurai by Karl Friday

https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/127807 to listen full audiobooks. Title: The First Samurai Author: Karl Friday Narrator: Matt Miller Format: mp3 Length: 5 hrs and 58 mins Release date: 07-14-20 Ratings: 4.5 out of 5 stars, 10 ratings Genres: Japan Publisher's Summary: Was samurai warrior Taira Masakado a quixotic megalomaniac or a hero swept up by events beyond his control? Did he really declare himself to be the new emperor? Did he suffer divine retribution for his ego and ambition? Filled with insurrections, tribal uprisings, pirate disturbances, and natural disasters, this action-packed account of Masakado's insurrection offers a captivating introduction to the samurai, their role in 10th-century society, and the world outside the capital - a must-listen for those interested in early Japan, samurai warfare, or the mystique of ancient warriors.