Titles in This Set:
Shogun
Tai-Pan
Gai-Jin
King Rat
Noble House
Whirlwind
The Art of War
Condition: BRAND NEW
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9789124429317
Overview:
This seven-book paperback collection gathers James Clavell’s complete Asian Saga together with his annotated edition of The Art of War. The set follows interconnected stories of traders, warriors, prisoners and pilots across centuries of East-West conflict, from 1600s Japan through the founding of Hong Kong, the fall of the shogunate, wartime Changi camp, 1979 Tehran, and timeless lessons on strategy. Readers receive every novel in the sequence in one purchase, allowing immediate immersion in the full narrative arc without hunting down individual volumes. Each title remains a self-contained story yet rewards reading in order as characters and companies echo across generations. The uniform paperback format suits both first-time readers seeking the entire saga and collectors who want matching editions on the shelf.
What Makes This Collection Special:
Owning the full set delivers the complete journey from Pilot-Major Blackthorne’s arrival in feudal Japan to the high-stakes corporate battles of modern Hong Kong and the revolutionary turmoil of Iran. Recurring family names, trading houses and power struggles create a satisfying long-term narrative that spans roughly four hundred years. The inclusion of The Art of War with Clavell’s foreword extends the theme of strategy from battlefield to boardroom. Purchasing the collection at once removes the risk of missing a title or receiving mismatched editions, while the consistent paperbacks form an attractive, space-efficient display. For readers who enjoy historical fiction that blends political intrigue, cultural collision and personal ambition, the set offers sustained engagement across thousands of pages.
Books Included in This Collection:
Shogun
Shipwrecked English sailor John Blackthorne rises from despised foreigner to trusted advisor and samurai in a Japan on the brink of civil war. Clavell recreates the political machinations of 1600 with vivid detail, showing how one man navigates honour, loyalty and survival in an alien culture.
Tai-Pan
In 1840s Hong Kong, Dirk Struan fights to secure his trading empire against rivals, typhoons and political upheaval. The story follows his ruthless ambition to establish both a company and a dynasty that will dominate the China coast for generations.
Gai-Jin
Set in 1862 Yokohama, the novel tracks Malcolm Struan as he asserts independence while foreign interests and Japanese factions clash over the country’s future. Power shifts between the Noble House and the shogunate create constant tension.
King Rat
Inside the notorious Changi prison camp, a small group of Allied soldiers struggles for food, medicine and dignity. One inmate known as King uses wits and black-market skills to stay alive when most others fail.
Noble House
More than a century after its founding, the Noble House faces threats from old blood feuds, modern intelligence agencies and the People’s Republic of China. Rival tai-pans manoeuvre for control in a Hong Kong caught between superpowers.
Whirlwind
Three weeks in revolutionary Tehran in 1979 trap a team of helicopter pilots between Iranian factions and international interests. Two European pilots must decide whether to leave their Iranian wives behind or risk everything to stay.
The Art of War
Sun Tzu’s ancient treatise on strategy is presented with James Clavell’s foreword and notes. The text translates military principles into guidance for contemporary leadership, negotiation and competitive decision-making in business and politics.
Who This Set Is Perfect For:
The collection suits adult readers of historical fiction, epic sagas and political thrillers who appreciate detailed cultural research and multi-generational storytelling. Fans of long-form series such as those by Ken Follett or Wilbur Smith will find comparable scope and depth. Collectors seeking matching paperbacks and gift buyers looking for a substantial present will appreciate the convenience of receiving the complete set together. The books also appeal to business readers interested in strategy and leadership through the lens of Clavell’s notes on The Art of War.
Key Benefits:
- Receive every novel in the Asian Saga plus The Art of War in one order
- Uniform paperback editions create a consistent shelf appearance
- Follow recurring families and trading companies across centuries without gaps
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