Shusaku Endo
Shusaku Endo is widely regarded as one of the greatest Japanese authors of the late twentieth century. Born in 1923, he won many major literary awards and was nominated for the Nobel Prize several times. His novels, which have been translated into twenty-eight languages, include The Sea and Poison, Wonderful Fool, Deep River and Silence . He died in 1996.
Shusaku Endo is widely regarded as one of the greatest Japanese authors of the late twentieth century. Born in 1923, he won many major literary awards and was nominated for the Nobel Prize several times. His novels, which have been translated into twenty-eight languages, include The Sea and Poison, Wonderful Fool, Deep River and Silence . He died in 1996. See less
Shusaku Endo's Featured Books
Shusaku Endo book reviews
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Silence
Silence - Endo
by Gordon T, Aug 10, 2013
Written by a Japanese Catholic about the Jesuit missionaries who ministered to Japanese converts in secret in the 17th century. When caught they were tortured to persuade them to give up their faith. ... Read More
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A Life of Jesus
A Life of Jesus by Endo
by Pacina, Apr 15, 2010
I have read many, many Catholic books over the years, and Endo's Life of Jesus has impacted me more than any other....With his beautiful prose, Endo puts you in the center of the "action"....Jesus' ... Read More
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Silence
Silence
by kat1, Apr 25, 2007
Shusaku Endo provides an emotional view in the treatment of Christians in Asia. It is compelling. You won't want to put this one down until you've finished. Read More
