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The book frames its creative goal as correcting a previous absence of Japan and Ninjutsu “secret schools” in the author’s writing career. The introduction also situates influences such as the Tokugawa Shogunate and Miyamoto Musashi, setting an informed, research-minded tone. Recognition and gratitude to readers and the publishing team accompany the narrative premise.","[OceanofPDF.com](OceanofPDF.com)  \n[OceanofPDF.com](OceanofPDF.com)  \nNames, characters, businesses, places, events, and incidents are either the products of the author's imagination or used in a fictitious manner. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events, is purely  \ncoincidental.  \nNo part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the written permission of  \nthe publisher.  \nText Copyright © 2021 William Speir  \nAll rights reserved.  \nPublished 2021 by Progressive Rising Phoenix Press, LLC  \n[www.progressiverisingphoenix.com](www.progressiverisingphoenix.com)  \n[ISBN: 978-1-950560-53-0](ISBN: 978-1-950560-53-0)  \n[Printed in the U.S.A.](Printed in the U.S.A.)  \nFront Cover Photo: “Young Woman in Fighting Stance Holding a Katana.”Royalty-free stock photo ID: 313664537 By Giovanni G. Image used under  \nlicense [from Shutterstock.com](from Shutterstock.com).  \nInterior Illustration: “The Word ‘Ninja’ in Sino-Japanese Kanji Script.”Used under Wikipedia Creative Commons Open Public Domain License.  \nInterior Illustration: “A Katana.” By Gnokii. Used under Creative Commons Open Clipart Public Domain License.  \nCover design by William Speir Visit: [http://www.williamspeir.com](http://www.williamspeir.com)  \nFormatting by Polgarus Studio  \nVisit: [http://www.polgarusstudio.com](http://www.polgarusstudio.com)  \n[OceanofPDF.com](OceanofPDF.com)  \nTable of Contents  \nIntroduction  \nShoko Chapter 1  \nChapter 2  \nChapter 3  \nChapter 4  \nChapter 5  \nChapter 6  \nKana Chapter 7  \nChapter 8  \nChapter 9  \nShiko Chapter 10  \nChapter 11  \nChapter 12  \nChapter 13  \nChapter 14  \nKēko Chapter 15  \nChapter 16  \nChapter 17  \nSensei Chapter 18  \nChapter 19  \nChapter 20  \nAbout the Author  \n[OceanofPDF.com](OceanofPDF.com)  \nIntroduction  \nFor all of my life, I have been fascinated with Japanese history and culture, Japanese martial arts, and the legends surrounding the Ninja (not the Hollywood version, but the historically accurate version) . The rise of the Tokugawa Shogunate and the exploits and writings of Miyamoto Musashi have always intrigued me.  \nThroughout my writing career, I have written about everything that I have loved reading about and studying—Secret Societies, King Arthur, Vikings, Pirates, Ancient Egypt, Ancient Rome, Artillery, Fantasy, Science Fiction, and the Intelligence Service—except for Japan and its “secret”schools of Ninjutsu. With this novel, I correct that oversight.  \nI want to thank all of my loyal readers, without whom I would not enjoy the creative process of writing.  \nThanks to Amanda Thrasher and Jannifer Powelson at Progressive Rising Phoenix Press for believing in me and my books.  \nSpecial thanks go to my editorial team (Ray Flynt and Jim Newman) for their patience and their valuable contributions, suggestions, technical details, and corrections.  \nDeepest gratitude goes to my wife of 22 years, Lee Anne, for giving me the freedom to pursue my passion. She is the love of my life. I am also grateful for my family, without whom there would be no words worth writing.  \n[OceanofPDF.com](OceanofPDF.com)  \nTo Jim Duren, who taught me to do my best no matter what I was doing,  \nand to practice, practice, practice.  \nTo Dr. Stephen O. Glosecki, who encouraged me to write my stories and taught me the importance of research.  \nTo the Masters, who keep the martial traditions alive for future generations.  \nAnd to my fans, who keep coming back for more.  \n[OceanofPDF.com](OceanofPDF.com)  \n[OceanofPDF.com](OceanofPDF.com)  \nShoko  \n[OceanofPDF.com](OceanofPDF.com)","cbCail9QbNkdMhGk","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCail9QbNkdMhGk","pdf",1821006,5,255,"English","en",105,"# Introduction\n## Shoko Chapter 1\n## Chapter 2\n## Chapter 3\n## Chapter 4\n## Chapter 5\n## Chapter 6\n## Kana Chapter 7\n## Chapter 8\n## Chapter 9\n## Shiko Chapter 10\n## Chapter 11\n## Chapter 12\n## Chapter 13\n## Chapter 14\n## Kēko Chapter 15\n## Chapter 16\n## Chapter 17\n## Sensei Chapter 18\n## Chapter 19\n## Chapter 20\n# About the Author","[{\"question\":\"What is the novel’s stated intent regarding ninja portrayals?\",\"answer\":\"The introduction emphasizes using historically accurate ninja references rather than Hollywood versions.\"},{\"question\":\"Which historical and cultural influences are mentioned in the introduction?\",\"answer\":\"The author highlights Japanese history and culture, Japanese martial arts, the rise of the Tokugawa Shogunate, and Miyamoto Musashi.\"},{\"question\":\"Why does the author say this novel corrects an earlier gap in their writing?\",\"answer\":\"The author notes they had written about many other interests but had not covered Japan and its “secret” Ninjutsu schools until this novel.\"}]","Shiko Unleashed - 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