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The Epic Novel Shogun and Its Groundbreaking Television Adaptation
The sweeping historical novel Shogun, written by James Clavell, soared to become a global bestseller upon its 1975 release. Immersing readers in feudal Japan, it provided Western audiences an enthralling window into the Asian nation’s medieval culture and political intrigue. Just five years later in 1980, NBC transformed Clavell’s acclaimed book into a pioneering five-part television miniseries event. Captivating viewers with its grand production design and performances, Shogun was groundbreaking in its novel subject matter and cinematic scope as a network mini-series. Both captivating incarnations left an enduring mark on pop culture.
Plot Summary of Shogun - The Novel
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The Epic Novel Shogun and Its Groundbreaking Television Adaptation
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Plot Summary of Shogun - The Novel
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The Epic Novel Shogun and Its Groundbreaking Television Adaptation
The sweeping historical novel Shogun, written by James Clavell, soared to become a global bestseller upon its 1975 release. Immersing readers in feudal Japan, it provided Western audiences an enthralling window into the Asian nation’s medieval culture and political intrigue. Just five years later in 1980, NBC transformed Clavell’s acclaimed book into a pioneering five-part television miniseries event. Captivating viewers with its grand production design and performances, Shogun was groundbreaking in its novel subject matter and cinematic scope as a network mini-series. Both captivating incarnations left an enduring mark on pop culture.
Plot Summary of Shogun - The Novel
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