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Turnbull, Stephen

Real Ninja: Over 20 True Stories of Japan's Secret Assassins

48 pp. | Enchanted Lion | November, 2008 | Trade ISBN 978-1-59270-081-3 $15.95
(4) 4-6 Illustrated by James Field. Ninja warriors (literally "invisible men") were the "special forces" and undercover spies of historic Japan. Turnbull relates over twenty true stories (each one-to two-pages long) of these secret agents. Interspersed with the detail-lite accounts are more informative sections dealing with Ninja disguises, weapons and equipment, and lifestyle. Expansive (if stiff) color illustrations and understated black-and-white drawings enhance appeal. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind.
Reviewer: Jack Forman

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