Daughters of Nijo

<p><strong>Inspired by the classic tale of the prince and the pauper <em>Daughters of Nijo: A Romance of Japan</em> by Onoto Watanna features a sweet and amusing narrative in which two sisters trade places and lovers.</strong></p><p>Sado-ko was raised to be a princess. Massago was raised as a lowly country maid. Though raised in separate classes and homes fate conspires to bring Massago and Sado-ko together again.</p><p>With poor living conditions and an unfair workload Massago is unhappy as a country maid. Meanwhile at the palace Sado-ko spends most of her time in solitude feeling solemn about her future as Prince Komatzu’s wife. The other court ladies disprove of her judging Sado-ko for not succumbing to Western influences like they have. After the palace commissions Massago's fiancé Junzo to create a sculpture the two sisters reunite and decide to trade places. In their new lives Sado-ko and Massago find happiness at last but when Aoi a lady of the court starts to cause trouble she threatens to ruin the twin sisters' plans.  </p><p><strong>Published in 1904 <em>Daughters of Nijo: A Romance of Japan</em> by Onoto Watanna is now presented in an easy-to-read font and features a stunning new cover design. With these accommodations <em>Daughters of Nijo: A Romance of Japan </em>is restored to modern standards while preserving the original and precious mastery of Onoto Watanna’s work. Add this beautiful edition to your bookshelf or enjoy the digital edition on any e-book device.</strong></p>