The greatness of human beings lies in our ability to change ourselves through our own will.
人の世に道は一つということはない。道は百も千も万もある。
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Ryōtarō Shiba
Shiba Ryotaro (1923-1996) was Japan's most popular historical novelist, whose sweeping narratives like 'Ryoma Goes His Way' and 'Clouds Above the Hill' shaped how millions of Japanese understand their nation's history. A former journalist, he combined rigorous research with vivid storytelling to create the definitive popular history of modern Japan.
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