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Kibun Daizin; or, From Shark-Boy to Merchant Prince

Kibun Daizin; or, From Shark-Boy to Merchant Prince

Discover the enthralling journey of a brave, skillful, and ambitious boy who dared to dream big and became Japans wealthiest man. This captivating narrative is a fictionalized biography inspired by the real-life figure, Kinokuniya Bunzaemon (1669 – 1734). Penned by Gensai Murai, the tale highlights the virtue of deeds and the power of ambition. The story made its debut in English in the renowned St. Nicholas Magazine (1873 - 1940), a platform that launched the careers of promising young authors like Edna St. Vincent Millay, F. Scott Fitzgerald, E. B. White, and Stephen Vincent Benét - all recipients of St. Nicholas League cash awards. Lets venture into this remarkable tale, beautifully summarized by Brian Fullen.

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01 - Kibun Daizin; or, From Shark-Boy to Merchant Prince by Gensai Murai 16 min 31 sec
02 - Kibun Daizin; or, From Shark-Boy to Merchant Prince by Gensai Murai 16 min 56 sec
03 - Kibun Daizin; or, From Shark-Boy to Merchant Prince by Gensai Murai 16 min 10 sec
04 - Kibun Daizin; or, From Shark-Boy to Merchant Prince by Gensai Murai 17 min 35 sec
05 - Kibun Daizin; or, From Shark-Boy to Merchant Prince by Gensai Murai 11 min 56 sec
06 - Kibun Daizin; or, From Shark-Boy to Merchant Prince by Gensai Murai 13 min 14 sec
07 - Kibun Daizin; or, From Shark-Boy to Merchant Prince by Gensai Murai 13 min 16 sec
08 - Kibun Daizin; or, From Shark-Boy to Merchant Prince by Gensai Murai 18 min 10 sec
09 - Kibun Daizin; or, From Shark-Boy to Merchant Prince by Gensai Murai 15 min 2 sec
10 - Kibun Daizin; or, From Shark-Boy to Merchant Prince by Gensai Murai 14 min 27 sec

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