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The Emperor and the Spy offers new insights into many of the significant world events of the first half of the twentieth century. This historical novel was inspired by the personal papers of Colonel Sidney Mashbir, a high level U.S. intelligence agent, whose adventurous life will stimulate students’ imaginations, encouraging an appreciation of history and a love for reading.
It is a rare occasion when the secret papers of a spy come to light!
One of Colonel Mashbir’s closest and most influential Japanese allies during the 1920s and ’30s was Prince Iyesato Tokugawa aka Prince Tokugawa Iesato (1863-1940). Prince Tokugawa was an outstanding international statesmen and humanitarian. Together, Prince Tokugawa and Colonel Mashbir, along with the allies strove to maintain goodwill between their nations.
Many readers of The Emperor and the Spy expressed their strong desire to learn more about Prince Tokugawa and his many accomplishments. Based on this, a non-fictional sequel to the novel was written, a biography initially titled The Art of Peace (“Expanded edition”), which displays hundreds of historically important illustrations, including many rare and one-of-a kind-photos – The Introduction and the Index to this biography are presented as blog posts on this website. The Art of Peace (“Expanded edition”) is available as a digital book on AMAZON.
However, to better represent the inspiring life and many accomplishments of Prince Tokugawa, The Art of Peace has been retitled. The new title is: The Art of Diplomacy.
It is available in Print and as an EBook on AMAZON.
The Art of Diplomacy is largely identical to The Art of Peace, however, The Art of Peace (“Expanded edition”) includes an additional one hundred pages of historical notes to assist researchers. Whereas, The Art of Diplomacy is more directed towards the general reader.
It is the goal of these books to be exciting and engaging, while serving as resources for classroom instruction on this fascinating period of history. Combined with the blog posts on this website, they honor the memories of unsung heroes who strove to maintain peace and promote democracy. And when WWII did erupt, they highlight the behind-the-scene-events that led to the defeat of fascism.
The Emperor and the Spy / The Art of Peace / and The Art of Diplomacy have a strong relevance for today:
- They emphasize our strategic diplomatic need to better understand the diversity of cultures around us.
- They honor the pursuit of peace and democracy.
- Current international tensions in Asia are often influenced by past grievances linked to WWII: The above books present the unknown gallant efforts of many Japanese leaders who heroically attempted to prevent that conflict. It is hoped that these books may help to improve relations in Asia and elsewhere.
Wishing you and your students all the best!