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The narrative follows two young American midshipmen and their boatswain as they visit Japan as guests of the Emperor and become entangled in a diplomatic misunderstanding that escalates into conspiracies, secret documents, personal confrontations, and naval maneuvers. Episodes move from formal receptions and garden fêtes through investigations, duels, and a high-seas pursuit, mixing shipboard adventure with political intrigue. Recurring themes include honor, duty, cross-cultural encounters, and the perils of miscommunication resolved through discovery and diplomacy.
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| He Seized the Outstretched Hand | Frontispiece |
| “What’s the Row, Sir?” | 82 |
| The Japanese Gentleman Went Down | 142 |
| “This Letter Talks About a Naval Review” | 188 |
| “You Deserve a Good Thrashing for This” | 242 |
| “Except What?” She Asked | 300 |
| “There are at Least Twenty-five Ships” | 358 |