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Yseiden
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Wikipedia article
is a multi-part science fiction/fantasy literary series by Ry Hanmura. It was published in 7 volumes from 19751995. The series is generally regarded as a classic in the world of Japanese science fiction. In 'SF Magazine', it was voted as one of the top ten Japanese science fiction novels of all time alongside Hanmura's other masterpiece .[http://www.sfwa.org/2011/09/top-ten-japan-all-time-best-sf-novels/ Top Ten Japan All Time Best SF Novels] A manga with the same name, following a similar plot, was drawn by Leiji Matsumoto.
Overview
The narrative concerns the exploits of the Dark Emperor Gido, the alien leader of a demonic anti-Shinto faith known as "Kido". Desiring to conquer the earth, he sends forth several disembodied alien entities to possess human hosts in 17th century Japan.[http://www.sf-encyclopedia.com/entry/hanmura_ryo/ SFE: Encyclopedia of Science Fiction online]
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Category:Historical fantasy novels
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