Okitugu Tanuma, often portrayed as the epitome of a corrupt politician in the Edo period, was actually a victim of baseless rumors spread by his political enemy, Sadanobu Matsudaira, who caused his downfall. Tanuma, who looked widely at the world, worked to rebuild the rigid shogunate's finances, and also maintained a pure love with his childhood friend, a woman he had known since he was a boy. This work vividly depicts his life, achieving his rehabilitation after two hundred years. (Google Books) This is a copy of "Uo no Sumu Shiro" (The Castle Where Fish Dwell) by Yumie Hiraiwa, published by Shinchosha in April 2002 (2nd printing), with the obi (paper band). The cover illustration is by Noboru Nishi. There is little yellowing due to age, and no stains, writing, or library stamps. Please consider purchasing this item with the understanding that it is a used book.